Ellen White announces retirement from football after England’s Euro 2022 win

The England and Manchester City forward Ellen White has announced her retirement from professional football.

White hangs up her boots at the age of 33 after admitting that all her football “dreams came true” in winning Euro 2022. England’s all-time record goalscorer with 52 goals, White earned 113 caps for her country.

White revealed she had agonised over retiring, but eventually felt England’s glittering summer would prove the ideal time to bow out.

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“This has been one of the hardest decisions of my life but one that I know is right for me,” she said. “This decision has always been one I have wanted to make on my terms. And this is my time to say goodbye to football and watch the next generation shine.”

“It has been my greatest honour and privilege to play this game,” White added. “In particular playing for England has and always will be the greatest gift. My dreams came true on 31 July, winning the Euros and becoming a European champion.”

“We can confirm that after a glittering career, Ellen White has retired from football,” a Manchester City statement said. “Thank you Ellen for everything you have done during your time at City. Everyone at the club is wishing you all the best for the future.”

The England women’s team Twitter feed said: “A true #Lionesses legend. Thank you for everything, Ellen.”

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