A Surprising Farewell from Toni Kroos
At just 34 years old and still capable of playing at the highest level, German midfielder Toni Kroos has shocked the football world by announcing his retirement at the end of this year’s Euro Championship.
“They say you should leave football before football leaves you,” Kroos remarked, clearly taking this wisdom to heart.
A Career Full of Achievements
Throughout his illustrious career, Kroos has amassed an impressive collection of titles. During his 10 years with Real Madrid, he won five Champions Leagues, one World Cup, four La Liga titles, four Spanish Super Cups, five UEFA Super Cups, one Copa del Rey, and six Club World Cups. In total, he played 463 matches for the Merengues, scoring 28 goals and providing 98 assists.
Journey with Bayern and the National Team
Before his time at Real Madrid, Kroos made his mark with Bayern Munich, playing 205 matches, scoring 24 goals, and delivering 49 assists.
Additionally, during the 2008-2009 season, he was loaned to Bayer Leverkusen, where he played 48 matches.
With the German national team, Kroos had a bittersweet journey. He was part of the squad that won the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, but also experienced early exits in the group stages of the 2018 World Cup in Russia and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, marking a rare low point in an otherwise stellar career.
A Legacy of Elegance and Class
Beyond his achievements and statistics, Toni Kroos will be remembered for his elegance on the pitch. His exceptional touch, almost artistic movements with the ball, and ability to control the pace of the game have made him a true midfield maestro. By choosing to retire now, Kroos ensures he will be remembered at the peak of his powers, leaving football before football leaves him.
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