Sergio Ramos, one of Spain’s most decorated footballers, has announced his retirement from international football. The 34-year-old defender has been a mainstay of the Spanish national team since 2005, making a record 177 appearances and captaining the side to their 2010 World Cup and 2012 European Championship victories.
Ramos made the announcement via a video posted to his social media accounts, in which he thanked the Spanish Football Federation for their support throughout his career. He also thanked his teammates, coaches and fans for their support over the years.
The defender has been a key figure in the Spanish national team for over a decade, and his retirement marks the end of an era for the nation. Ramos has been a leader on and off the pitch, and his presence will be sorely missed.
Ramos’ retirement from international football comes at a time when Spain is rebuilding its national team following a disappointing 2018 World Cup campaign. The team is now looking to the future, and Ramos’ leadership and experience will be difficult to replace.
Despite his retirement from international football, Ramos is still expected to remain an important figure in Spanish football. He is currently the captain of Real Madrid, and is expected to continue playing at the club level for some time.
Sergio Ramos’ retirement from international football marks the end of an era for Spain. His leadership and experience will be difficult to replace, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of Spanish football fans for years to come.
