Varane's Journey: Retirement Announcement from Raphael Varane
Varane's Retirement Announcement
Raphael Varane, a key member of the France national team that won the 2018 World Cup, has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 31. In a heartfelt message on Instagram, Varane stated, 'I fell and got up a thousand times, and this time is the moment to stop and hang up my boots after my last match where I won a trophy at Wembley.'
Career Highlights
- Manchester United: Played three seasons and 95 matches, winning the FA Cup and a League Cup.
- Real Madrid: Achieved immense success with four Champions League titles and three La Liga championships.
- International Achievements: 93 caps for France, including a World Cup victory in 2018 and a Nations League triumph in 2021.
Varane's last match for France was in the 2022 World Cup final against Argentina on December 18, marking a storied chapter in his career as he transitions to retirement.
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