Wales’ iconic star and five-time Champions League winner Gareth Bale announced his retirement from international and club football on Monday. Bale, whose contract at Los Angeles FC is set to expire this summer, has decided to retire at the age of 33. He is the leading goal scorer for his country.
“After careful and careful consideration I announce my immediate retirement from club and international football. I feel incredibly fortunate to have achieved my dream of playing the sport I love,” Bell said on social media. It really gave me something.” Best moments of my life. Highest highs in 17 seasons that will be impossible to replicate, no matter what the next chapter holds for me.
Bell has been one of the most successful players in British football. He has won 5 Champions League titles with Real Madrid. Bale made his Southampton debut at the age of 16 and later spent six years with Tottenham. He moved to Madrid in 2013, where he tasted great success. Bale, who led his team to their first appearance in a FIFA World Cup final in 64 years, vowed to continue playing. Bell’s last game came in a FIFA World Cup group match against England, which his team lost 0–3.
The 33-year-old thanked his family, clubs, coaches and fans for a wonderful journey in football. “From my first touch at Southampton to my last with LAFC and everything in between, it shaped a club career of which I am extremely proud and grateful,” said Bell. Playing and captaining his country 111 times Truly a dream come true.” wrote in his Instagram post.
“To express my gratitude to everyone who has played a part in this journey feels like an impossibility. I would like to thank so many people for helping to change my life and shape my career in this way. I feel indebted to something I could never have dreamed of.” When I first started at the age of nine. My parents and my sister, without your dedication in those early days, without such a strong foundation, I would not be writing this statement right now, so thank you for guiding me on this path and for your unwavering support,” he added. Told.
“My wife and my kids, your love and support has kept me going. By being with me through all the ups and downs, keeping me grounded along the way. You inspire me to be better, and make you proud. So, I look forward to the next phase of my life. A time of change and transition, an opportunity for a new adventure,” he concluded.