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On Sunday renowned Swedish footballer and AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimović, 41, announced his retirement from football following an illustrious career.
Ibrahimović has decided to retire from professional football with immediate effect. During AC Milan’s game on Sunday, everyone stood up to give the player a round of applause as he bid the club’s supporters farewell. The 42-year-old couldn’t hold back his tears.
Speaking after the game, Ibrahimović said he had “so many memories and lived so many emotions” during his time in Milan.
“I want to thank my family, everyone close to me, for their patience. I want to thank my second family, the players. I want to thank (AC Milan head coach Stefano) Pioli and his staff for the responsibility you have given me. I want to thank the managers for the opportunity.
“But most important of all: from my heart I want to thank you fans. You welcomed me with open arms, you made me feel at home. I will be a Milan fan for life. The time has come to say goodbye to football, but not to you,” said the player.
End of an era.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 4, 2023
Thanks, Zlatan. 🤴🏼🇸🇪
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Regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, Zlatan was born in Sweden to a Bosnian father and a Croatian mother. He began his professional career in 1999 playing for Malmo FC and went on to play for elite clubs across Europe including Barcelona, Manchester United, and AC Milan.
Ibrahimović retires with 34 trophies in his cabinet including a La Liga, Champions League, and FIFA Club World Cup title.
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