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Official: Thomas Muller announces international retirement
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The German midfielder recorded a message at the pitch he started his journey with the national team

Thomas Müller has announced the end of his illustrious career with the German national team following Euro 2024.

In an emotional video message recorded on the pitch of TSF Pähl, the Bavarian club where his football journey began, Müller reflected on his journey and expressed his gratitude to the fans.

Müller, who has been a key figure in the national team for over 14 years, played 131 international matches. He reminisced about his childhood love for football, which started on the TSF Pähl pitch when he was just four years old. In his heartfelt farewell, he acknowledged the highs and lows of his career, from the heroic victories and becoming world champions in Brazil to the tough defeats and moments of disappointment.

“Friends, it all started on this pitch when I was a child. That’s where my love for the game was born. After more than 14 years and 131 international matches, I have decided to end my career with the German national team. With this video, I would like to thank all the fans and supporters who backed me in the Germany team. We had many heroic victories as well as tough defeats, wonderful moments, and disappointments. I have played against the best footballers in the world and had fantastic teammates. We have had unforgettable moments, becoming world champions in Brazil. We celebrated together, cried together, but it always filled me with pride to wear the national jersey. I am grateful to the national team fans who have always supported us. Thank you for your support over all these years. Now I will be cheering for the team from the stands as a fan for the 2026 World Cup! Goodbye!” he said, dressed in the German national team jersey with his number 13.