Wales Captain Bale Announces End of Playing Career

Wales Captain Bale Announces End of Playing Career
Gareth Bale gives a thumbs-up as he is introduced as a new member of the Los Angeles FC MLS soccer club in Los Angeles, Jul. 11, 2022. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP Photo
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Wales and Los Angeles FC winger Gareth Bale said on Monday, Jan. 9, he had decided to end his playing career at the age of 33, having reached exceptional milestones in both club and international football.

Bale played a Wales record of 111 games for his country and was a five-time Champions League winner with Real Madrid. He helped the Welsh reach the 2016 and 2020 Euros before leading them in their first World Cup since 1958 at Qatar 2022.