Hang up the stud! Gareth Bale ends a 17-year career as a footballer
Wales star Gareth Bale has officially announced his retirement from professional football. On Monday 9 Jan.
At just 33 years old, Bale decided to turn his back on his career as a footballer. After referring to announcing his farewell to the football arena after taking a football career for 17 years and achieving overwhelming success
Bale opens up after hanging up his boots “After careful consideration, I would like to announce my retirement from club football. and the national team immediately,” Bale posted.
“I feel fortunate to be able to fulfill my dream by playing the sport that I love. It gives me the best time of my life. I have achieved so much over the past 17 years that it is impossible to replace them.”
“Since the first step of starting with Southampton Until the final scene with LAFC and everything in between made me immensely proud. To play and captain the national team 111 times is a dream come true.
“I feel indebted to the people who changed my life. And allowed me to fulfill a dream that I started at the age of 9.”
“For my former club, both Southampton, Tottenham, Real Madrid and finally LAFC, all my managers and coaches, staff, teammates, fans, agents, friends and family. really impacted.”
“If I hadn’t had the support of my parents and siblings, I won’t be able to write this message right now. Thank you so much for helping me walk the path you guys have supported me so hard.”
“My wife and children, your love has always supported me. No matter how low I fall or soar high They always keep me grounded. You guys are a great inspiration. And I can make you all proud.”
“So, I want to embark on a new chapter in my life. It’s time for a change. and an opportunity for new adventures.”
For Bale, he is one of the most successful Welsh footballers. Throughout the path of being a professional footballer Having played for Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid and LAFC, he was also instrumental in leading the Wales national team to the World Cup for the first time in history. and can still win many titles, including the UEFA Champions League 5 times / La Liga 3 times / World Club Championship 4 times / UEFA Super Cup 3 times / Copa del Rey 1 time