Footballer Edinson Cavani retired from International career at 37

Uruguayan footballer Edinson Cavani retired from his international football career ahead of Copa America. He announced his retirement on social media.

Edinson is a 37-year-old player. He was a member of the Uruguay Football team that won the 2011 Copa America. Copa America is the top men’s football tournament played among national teams from South America.

Edinson posted on social media my beloved Celeste! He wants to thank you for every lesson you gave in your process. He will do it quickly. So, his words today are brief yet meaningful.

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Edinson stated he is grateful to everyone who has supported him for years. He considers himself fortunate to have worn this jersey. That stands for his nation. Hence, he cherishes this feeling most in this world.

Moreover, he said his playing years were a lot of incredible years without a question. He wants to dedicate today to this new chapter in his career. He also wants to give it everything he has gotten to get where he is supposed to be right now.

Even if he has a thousand things to say, tell, and remember. He has decided to step aside, but his heart is still racing, just like, when he took the field in this gorgeous jersey. He is giving a big hug to every one of his followers. This is how he ended his retirement announcement.

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Edinson is currently a member of Boca Juniors football team. Also, he had a lengthy career in Europe. He played most notably for Paris Saint-Germain, where he scored 200 goals. Uruguay player held the record for most goals scored until Kylian Mbappe overtook him with 250 goals last year.

Edinson is the second footballer to score more goals for Uruguay, with 58 goals in 136 games. His longtime friend Luis Suarez has scored more goals, with 68 for the national team than him.

However, football fans shared mixed responses that footballer Edinson Cavani has retired. Some wish him a bright future ahead. However, some fans express sadness over his decision.