•Neymar Jr. Brazilian football icon Neymar Jr. has announced his retirement from international football, bringing the curtain down on a 16-year spell with the Seleção after Brazil’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 34-year-old Santos forward confirmed his decision after his team’s 4-2 win over Universidad Central in the second leg...
•Brazil’s forward Neymar Brazil superstar Neymar indicated yesterday that his international career was over after the five-time World Cup winners went out of the tournament in the last 16 at the hands of Norway. Neymar came on as a late substitute at the MetLife Stadium and scored a penalty deep in injury time, but that […]
•Ahmed Musa Ahmed Musa has brought an end to his international career with the Super Eagles of Nigeria, following an illustrious period that included winning the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Musa, a former Leicester City forward, announced his retirement today, describing his stint with the Super Eagles as a thing of “pride”. “I [&helli...
•Nigeria’s defender William Troost-Ekong Nigeria’s captain, William Troost-Ekong, has retired from international football, days after he was included in the Super Eagles’ provisional squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) billed for December 21. Ekong, who has been with the Super Eagles since 2015, announced his retirement from inter...
•Antoine Griezmann Antoine Griezmann, one of France’s most decorated footballers, has officially announced his retirement from international football. The 33-year-old forward leaves behind an illustrious career with the French national team, where he earned 137 caps, scored 44 goals, and provided 38 assists. Griezmann played a crucial role in ...
•Germany captain, Ilkay Gundogan Germany captain Ilkay Gundogan announced his retirement from international football today after leading his country at Euro 2024, citing “a certain tiredness” both physically and mentally. “After a few weeks of reflection, I have come to the conclusion that it is time to end my national team career,” Gundogan w...
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