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Watch: Jeered During Retirement Speech, Zlatan Ibrahimovic Mocks Verona Fans

One of the finest strikers of his generation, Zalatan Ibrahimovic announced his retirement from football on the final day of the Serie A. The AC Milan striker announced the big decision as his side took on Hellas Verona. But, during the retirement speech, the Swedish striker was booed by the Verona fans. The veteran forward, who is known to not mince his words for anyone, gave a sharp reply to Verona fans, and in return, received a massive applause from Milan fans. At the age of 41, Zlatan remains in peak physical shape but injuries limited his playing time to the bare minimum this season.

Ageing hero Ibrahimovic to leave Milan at season's end

"Tomorrow (Sunday) evening after the final game of the season... AC Milan will say goodbye to Zlatan Ibrahimovic with a brief ceremony," Milan said in a statement.

Former Manchester United, Barcelona, Juventus, Inter and Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic to retire

Zlatan Ibrahimovic told Milan fans on Sunday evening that he will retire from football, announcing to the San Siro that «the time has come to say goodbye to football.» On Sunday evening, as Milan's season ended with a victory over Verona, Ibrahimovic made the announcement that his career is over. Ad Speaking over the loudspeaker system inside San Siro, Ibrahimovic spoke emotionally: «So many memories and emotions inside this stadium. The first time I arrived you gave me happiness, the second time, you gave me love.