Retirement

Messi retirement talk grows after father’s death

The Argentina captain has cast doubt on his future after a personal loss, though he remains under contract at Inter Miami until 2028.

Neuer opens door to retirement in 2027

The Bayern captain backed Jonas Urbig as a future Germany No 1 and said he wants to stay in football after playing.

When Will Ronaldo, Messi and Modrić Retire?

Messi plans farewell match in Argentina and Barça shirts

Lionel Messi says he wants to split his retirement match between Argentina and Barcelona.

Neymar says he will not play for Brazil again

The 34-year-old said his “golden era” with the Seleção is over after the 2026 World Cup.

Neymar weighing retirement after Brazil exit, reports say

UOL reports the Santos forward is considering quitting the game, with a decision due in the coming days.

Ronaldo: I have not yet made a final decision on retiring

Portugal beat Croatia 2-1, with Ronaldo saying the squad felt Jota’s presence in the dressing room.