Germany defender Rudiger announces international retirement / Photo: MAURO PIMENTEL - AFP/File
Germany defender Rudiger announces international retirement
Germany defender Antonio Rudiger on Tuesday announced his international retirement, two months after last playing for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.
The 33-year-old made 86 appearances for the four-time world champions.
"After some time reflecting, the moment has come for me to end my national team career and clear the way for the young generation," Rudiger said in a social media post.
Rudiger made his debut in 2014, a month before Germany won the World Cup, but was not included in the squad which travelled to Brazil.
The centre-back said he wanted to focus on his club side Real Madrid, where he is under contract until 2027.
B.Agosti--IM
