Müller calls time on long Germany career
Published:Tuesday | July 16, 2024 | 12:10 AM
MUNICH, Germany (AP):
GERMANY FORWARD Thomas Müller announced his retirement from international football on Monday after a 14-year career that included the 2014 World Cup title.
The 34-year-old Bayern Munich striker played 131 times for his country, scoring 45 goals.
“It always made me very proud to play for my country. We celebrated together and sometimes shed a tear together,” he said in a video posted on YouTube. “I would like to say thank you to all the fans and my Germany teammates for their support over the years. Take the enthusiasm and joy of this year’s Euros with you.”
Müller’s final appearance for Germany was as a substitute in the host nation’s quarterfinal loss to eventual Euro 2024 winners Spain.
Müller’s international debut came in 2010 in a 1-0 loss to Argentina. He played in four World Cups and four European Championships.
Fellow veteran Tony Kroos retired from all football after Euro 2024, leaving Germany without two of their most experienced players going forward.