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FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - MARCH 26: Toni Kroos of Germany looks on prior to the international friendly match between Germany and The Netherlands at Deutsche Bank Park on March 26, 2024 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos has decided to hang up his jersey following a stellar 10-year career with the top Spanish club.
Mr. Kroos made the surprise announcement in a statement via Instagram on May 21, telling his 46 million followers that he will retire after the upcoming Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) Euro.