Barcelona defender Gerard Pique and music superstar Shakira announced Saturday the end of their 11-year relationship.
The former couple, who met in 2010 and began dating a year later, have two children together, sons Milan and Sasha.
"We regret to confirm that we are parting ways," they said in a joint statement to E! News. "For the well-being of our children, who are our highest priority, we ask that you respect their privacy. Thank you for your understanding."
They met when Pique appeared in a music video for Shakira's track "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)," which was used as the official song for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.