In this thread, let’s share the notable footballers who have decided to hang up their boots in 2024 and share their achievements.
In this thread, let’s share the notable footballers who have decided to hang up their boots in 2024 and share their achievements.
𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Raphaël Varane has decided to retire from football at the age of 31.
(Source: @MatteMoretto)
Raphaël Varane began his senior career at Lens playing at 17.
14 years later, he bowed out with an FA Cup trophy to secure his 22nd honor in football.
He retires as one of the most decorated and talented defenders the game has ever seen.
A true legend
Raphael Varane retires from professional football as a:
World Cup winner
4x Champions League winner
4x FIFA Club World Cup winner
3x LALIGA winner
3x UEFA Super Cup winner
Nations League winner
FA Cup winner
Copa del Rey winner
Spanish Super Cup winner
Carabao Cup winner
An all-time great
Antoine Griezmann calls time on his international career after 10 years of service
137 games
44 goals
38 assists
World Cup
Nations League
A France legend
Antoine Griezmann has announced his retirement from international football after earning 137 caps and winning a World Cup with France
In 2024, legends like Luka Modrić and David Silva retired. Modrić, a Ballon d’Or winner and World Cup finalist, and Silva, a key figure at Man City and with Spain, leave huge legacies in football.
OFFICIAL: Joel Matip has retired from professional football at the age of 33.
1x Champions League
1x Premier League
2x League Cup
1x FA Cup
1x UEFA Super Cup
1x Community Shield
1x DFB Pokal
1x German Super Cup