About two weeks ago, Fabian Frei left his favorite club head over heels for Winterthur. Before the classic match against FCZ, the record-breaking player returns for his farewell.
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- After 543 games and numerous successes, Fabian Frei is leaving FC Basel as its record player.
- Frei moved to FC Winterthur around two weeks ago on the last day of the transfer window - and admitted afterwards in the football talk Heimspiel: "I would have liked to have had a nicer finish."
- On Saturday, Frei will officially say goodbye before FCB's match against FC Zurich and thank the fans in an emotional speech.
Fabian Frei made 543 appearances for FC Basel in his career, more than any other player. The 35-year-old experienced various magical Champions League nights with FCB and celebrated five league titles and three cup wins. However, his time at FCB came to an abrupt end with his last-minute move to Winterthur around two weeks ago. "I would have wished for a nicer ending," admits Fabian Frei in the football talk Heimspiel.
Before his old team-mates' match against FC Zurich on Saturday evening, Frei will at least receive an official farewell and take the floor. "A difficult moment. There's not much to say at this moment. But actually a lot. Many thanks to everyone for the countless games and the support over the years. It was an honor for me to walk through this tunnel here every time and to be able to run out in front of you," said Frei, expressing his thanks and concluding with tears: "You will always remain in my heart."
