Argentina ahead Angel Di Maria introduced Thursday that he’ll retire from worldwide soccer after collaborating in subsequent yr’s Copa America, concluding a 15-year tenure representing his nation.
Di Maria has made 136 appearances for world champions Argentina since his debut in 2008, taking part in in 4 World Cups and scoring within the 2022 last win over France.
He will participate in his sixth Copa America on the June 20-July 14 match within the United States, the place Argentina will bid to efficiently defend their continental title.
“The Copa America will be the last time I wear the Argentina shirt,” Di Maria wrote on his Instagram account.
“With all of the ache in my soul and feeling a lump in my throat, I say goodbye to essentially the most stunning factor that occurred to me in my profession.
“I can’t express in words how much the cheering of the fans has filled my soul in this last match; I enjoyed every second of it with my teammates and friends,” he added, referring to his final World Cup qualifier during which Argentina beat Brazil.
Di Maria rejoined Portuguese champions Benfica this yr, the membership he performed for between 2007 and 2010 when he first arrived in Europe.
The winger additionally performed for Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus and Manchester United.
Source: www.dailysabah.com
