Swedish football legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic has announced his retirement from the sport following AC Milan’s final match of the Serie A season, having won more than 20 major trophies.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic broke down in tears as he announced his retirement from football on the San Siro pitch. The striker had attended AC Milan’s win over Hellas Verona in their final game of the Serie A season, though was unable to play due to injury. But he was welcomed onto the pitch after the final whistle, where he was given a hero’s farewell by the San Siro crowd, club directors and his teammates.
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Ibrahimovic said: “I have so many memories and lived so many emotions in here, the first time I arrived here you gave me happiness. The second time love.
“I want to thank my family, everyone close to me, for their patience. I want to thank my second family, the players. I want to thank (AC Milan head coach Stefano) Pioli and his staff for the responsibility you have given me. I want to thank the managers for the opportunity.
“But most important of all: from my heart I want to thank you fans. You welcomed me with open arms, you made me feel at home. I will be a Milan fan for life. The time has come to say goodbye to football, but not to you.
“I have too many emotions that are passing through me. See you around, if you’re lucky. Forza Milan and goodbye”.
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