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Real Madrid Legend Marcelo Announces Football Retirement At The Age Of 36

Former Real Madrid left-back Marcelo announced his retirement from professional football on Thursday after a trophy-laden career. The 36-year-old spent 16 years at Spanish giants Madrid, winning six La Liga titles and five Champions League trophies. "At 18, Real Madrid came knocking on my door and I arrived here," Marcelo said in a video posted on social media. "Now, I can proudly say that I am a true 'Madrileno'. What a journey. Real Madrid is a unique club."

What is behind Brazil and Argentina's diverging football paths?

In international football, Argentina is ranked as the best national team in the world. However, their domestic teams falter in continental competitions.

Man United's Martinez faces long spell out, Shaw still sidelined

MANCHESTER, England :Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez will be out of action for the foreseeable future after the Argentina international suffered an anterior cruciate knee ligament injury, manager Ruben Amorim said on Thursday.

Manchester United defender Martinez out for long spell with knee injury

MANCHESTER, England : Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez could sit out the rest of the season after the Premier League club said the Argentina international suffered an anterior cruciate knee ligament injury in Sunday's 2-0 home loss to Crystal Palace.

Ex-Brazil and Real Madrid defender Marcelo announces retirement

Former Brazil and Real Madrid defender Marcelo announced his retirement from football on Thursday, bringing the curtain down on a trophy-laden career that included five Champions League triumphs.