Legendary Gareth Bale retires from international football at age of 33. This is what he said

At the age of 33, Gareth Bale, who was a part of several teams like Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid, Wales, etc, has announced his decision to retire from professional football.

Bale used to play at the position of forward and was a part of the squad of Wales for the World Cup 2022 in Qatar. He also spent last season at Los Angeles FC in Major League Soccer.

In his career, the Welshman has won five Champions League titles and La Liga three times while being a part of Real Madrid. The player is also considered one of greatest-ever football exports of Britain.


Describing the decision to quit football, Bale said that it was by far the hardest of his career.

On social media, Bale said, "After careful and thoughtful consideration, I announce my immediate retirement from club and international football. 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.”



"My journey on the international stage is one that has changed not only my life, but who l am," Bale added.

"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 nine years old.”

He also thanked his fans, family members, agents, former team members, previous managers and coaches, back room staff, ex-football clubs and friends.

FAQs

1. How old is Gareth Bale?
   33 years old
2. For which team did Gareth Bale last play for?
   Los Angeles FC