Toni Kroos Announces Retirement After Euro 2024

German football icon Toni Kroos has announced he will retire from professional football following Euro 2024. The news has reverberated through the football community, with tributes pouring in for the midfielder’s remarkable career.

Kroos, 34, has had a stellar career with Real Madrid since joining from Bayern Munich in July 2014. During his time with the Spanish giants, he has won La Liga and the Champions League four times each, solidifying his place as one of the most decorated players in the club’s history.

The announcement was made on Kroos‘ Instagram, where he shared his decision to retire while still at the peak of his performance. Kroos expressed his happiness and pride in finding the right moment to retire, emphasizing that the decision was made on his own terms.

Before Euro 2024, Kroos has the chance to add another Champions League title to his collection when Real Madrid faces Borussia Dortmund at Wembley on June 1. This final match will be a significant opportunity for Kroos to end his club career on a high note.

Kroos was a crucial part of the German national team that won the World Cup in 2014. Although he retired from international football in July 2021, he returned to the squad in February after discussions with Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann. His upcoming retirement after Euro 2024 has left fans and teammates reflecting on his impact and expressing sadness at his departure.

Real Madrid released a statement praising Kroos, calling him “one of our club and international football’s greatest legends.” Club president Florentino Perez highlighted Kroos’ vital role in one of the most successful periods in Real Madrid’s 122-year history.

Kroos‘ retirement marks the end of an era for both Real Madrid and German football. Known for his ability to control a game’s tempo, vision, and precise passing, Kroos has been one of the most respected midfielders of his generation. His departure will undoubtedly create a significant void in the Real Madrid midfield.

As the football world comes to terms with Kroos‘ decision, fans and pundits are eager to see him in action one last time at Euro 2024. While his retirement signals the end of a brilliant career, Kroos‘ legacy will continue to inspire and resonate with football fans around the globe.