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Gareth Bale Announces Retirement From Club & International Football At 33

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Welsh footballer Gareth Bale made a shocking announcement via his social media accounts on Monday, January 9. He has retired from all forms of the game, both club and international. The 33-year-old took the decision a few days after the completion of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.

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In three matches, Gareth Bale scored one goal, but Wales failed to go beyond the group stage after losing two of their three matches.

After hanging his boots from professional football, Gareth Bale dropped a note on Instagram, saying how grateful he has been. In his post, Bale became emotional and put forth his journey. He also thanked his family, managers and other colleagues for supporting him throughout his career.

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Gareth Bale spent last season at LAFC in MLS. The former Welsh captain has 41 goals in 111 caps for his country, and boasts five Champions League and three La Liga titles to his name. His most recent trophy was the 2022 MLS Cup with Los Angeles FC.

Check out his full statement below:

“After careful and thoughtful consideration, I announce my immediate retirement from club and international football.

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I feel incredibly fortunate to have realised my dream of playing the sport I love. It has truly given me some of the best moments of my life. The highest of highs over 17 seasons that will be impossible to replicate, no matter what the next chapter has in store for me.

From my very first touch at Southampton to my last with LAFC and everything in between, shaped a club career that I have an immense pride and gratitude for. Playing for and captaining my country 111 times has truly been a dream come true.

To show my gratitude to all of those that have played their part along this journey, feels like an impossibility. I feel indebted to many people for helping to change my life and shape my career in a way I couldn’t have ever dreamed of when I first started out at 9 years old.

To my previous clubs, Southampton, Tottenham, Real Madrid and finally LAFC. All of my previous managers and coaches, back room staff, team mates, all the dedicated fans, my agents, my amazing friends and family, the impact you have had is immeasurable.

My parents and my sister, without your dedication in those early days, without such a strong foundation, I wouldn’t be writing this statement right now, so thank you for putting me on this path and for your unwavering support.

My wife and my children, your love and support has carried me through. Right beside me for all the highs and lows, keeping me grounded along the way. You inspire me to be better, and to make you proud.

So, I move on with anticipation to the next stage of my life. A time of change and transition, an opportunity for a new adventure…”

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Bishal Roy
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