Posted by Gareth Bale, a former star for Tottenham and Real Madrid, has declared his retirement from club and international football.
After helping Wales advance to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Bale announced his retirement at the age of 33.
Los Angeles FC, an American Major League Soccer team, was his last club.
Part of a lengthy statement from Bale on Monday read: “After careful and thoughtful consideration, I announce my immediate retirement from club and international football.”
Bale showed gratitude to his former clubs, Southampton, Tottenham, Real Madrid and LAFC, his family members and everyone that had made an impact on his sporting life.
“So I move on with anticipation for the next stage of my life. A time of change and transition, an opportunity for a new challenge,” he added.