Uruguayan football icon Luis Suarez, 37, has announced he will retire from international duty after Friday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Paraguay. The emotional announcement came during a press conference where the striker reflected on his 17-year career with La Celeste.
Known for his fiery passion and clutch goals, Suarez leaves as Uruguay's all-time top scorer with 69 goals and 39 assists in 142 appearances. His legacy includes four World Cups—with a standout 2010 semifinal run—and a historic 2011 Copa America triumph.
*By the Numbers*: – 4 World Cups – 4 Copa America tournaments – 5 La Liga titles (Barcelona/Atletico Madrid) – 1 Champions League trophy (Barcelona)
Suarez, now with Inter Miami in MLS, called the 2011 Copa America win his 'most beautiful moment'—a victory he wouldn't trade for 'anything in the world.' His farewell match promises to be an emotional send-off for a player who once famously declared: 'Until the last game, I gave my all.'
What's next for El Pistolero? While he'll continue club play, Friday marks the end of an era for Uruguayan football.
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His farewell match promises to be an emotional send-off for a player who once famously declared: 'Until the last game, I gave my all.'
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