Former Spanish international defender Sergio Ramos has officially announced his retirement from international football after spending over eighteen years in service for La Roja of Spain winning three trophies in 190 caps while scoring 20 goals for the European heavyweights as a defender
Sergio Ramos leaves Spanish national team as he retires from international football after speaking to new coach De la Fuente
▫️ “The time has come. Time for me to say goodbye to the Spain national team. To La Roja. This morning, I received a call from the current Head Coach who informed me that I am not and will not be part of his plans, regardless of how I perform or what I do in my career”.
“With a heavy heart, it's the end of a road that I hoped would stretch out further and which would end with a better taste in my mouth, on a par with all the success we achieved with La Roja. I honestly believe that this journey deserved to end at my own choosing or because my performances were not at a level worthy of our national team. Not due to a question of age or other reasons that, although I have not heard them directly, I have certainly felt”.
▫️ “Because age in itself is not a virtue or a defect; it's just a number that is not necessarily related to performance or ability. I admire and envy players like Modric, Messi and Pepe. They are the essence of tradition, values, meritocracy and justice in football. Unfortunately, it won't be like that for me because football isn't always fair and football is never just football”.
▫️ “This is something I have to accept, albeit with this sadness I share with you but also with my head held high, and thankful for all these years and for your support. I come away with unforgettable memories, all the titles we've fought for and celebrated together and the tremendous pride I feel as the most capped Spanish international of all time. This badge, this shirt and these fans, all of you, have made me happy. I'll continue to support my country with the passion of someone lucky enough to proudly represent it 180 times”.
His direct message on social media in full:
Ramos played four world cups and three UEFA Euro Tournaments including the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and retires with an illustrous international cabinet.
Ramos played four world cups and three UEFA Euro Tournaments including the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and retires with an illustrous international cabinet.
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