PHOTO:German International and Manchester United player, Bastian Schweinsteiger has finally announced his retirement from international football, and also likely to leave United
The 31-year-old,whose final game for Joachim Low's side was the
2-0 defeat to France at Euro 2016, is hanging up his boots after glittering
career over 120 caps including the World Cup win in 2014.
Schweinsteiger revealed the news on his social media platforms
on Friday morning with a message for Germany fans.
"Dear Germany fans, I have asked the manager not to
consider me for inclusion in the natonal side any longer as I would like to
retire.
"My thanks go to the fans, the team, the DFB, the coaches
and support team around the Germany national team.
"I was able to run out for my country in 120 internationals
and experience moments which were indescribably beautiful and successful.
"Jogi Low knew how much Euro 2016 in France meant to be,
because I was desperate to win this trophy which we have not been able to take
back to Germany since 1996. It was not to be and I have to accept that.
"By winning the World Cup in 2014 we achieved something
historic and emotional that I will not be able to repeat in my career.
"So it is the right and sensible thing to do to call time
on things now and to wish the team all the best for qualifying and the 2018
World Cup.
"By retiring I am leaving behind the national team, which
has always been a precious family to me. But I hope the connection will still
be retained in one form or another.
"And to end I would like to say to our fans: “It was an
honour to be able to play for you, thank you for everything we were able to
experience together!”
"Yours, Bastian Schweinsteiger"
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