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Kieran Trippier (34, Newcastle), who played with Son Heung-min (32) at Tottenham in the past, announced his retirement from the national team.
Trippier announced his retirement on the 29th (Korea time) by holding a personal SNS. He never dreamed that a young boy from Burry would represent the country. I didn't expect to play in 54 A matches. It was the greatest honor of my life to compete in four major championships," he wrote in his retirement speech.
Trippier, who has been considered a top prospect since Manchester City Youth's departure as a child and represented by age at all levels, only achieved his dream of selecting the A national team in 2017 when he was 27. He made his professional debut at Manchester City, moved to Tottenham in 2015 after Burnley, and rebounded in his career.
Trippier participated in the 2018 World Cup in Russia, the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, and Euro 2020 and Euro 2024. He has consistently secured a place in the English national team, which is full of top fullbacks such as Kyle Walker (Man City) and Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool). Former England manager Gareth Southgate was one of the full-backs 'Love'.
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Trippier thanked Southgate and all the staff who have worked for England over the years for trusting me. I would also like to thank all the team members. I'm sure our players will win major championships"I wish you all the best.
Trippier announced his retirement on the day England interim coach Rickasley announced his A-match roster in September. With the exception of Walker, interim coach Casley selected rookie Rico Lewis of Manchester City. Fellow Son Heung-min'James Madison is also excluded from the list.
Trippier, who had a special relationship with Son Heung-min's motivation to join the team, moved to Atletico Madrid in 2019 and then returned to the Premier League by joining Newcastle in 2022. Trippier, who played an amazing role as a solid starter in his first season, played 28 league games and 39 cup games last season. However, this season, a red light was turned on for the main competition. Since the opening of this season, he has played one game as a substitute in the league.
Among Son Heung-min's motives for joining Tottenham, Belgian center back Toby Alderweireld (35) also retired from the national team last year. It is a sign that the day when Son Heung-min will retire from the national team is slowly approaching.
yoonjinman@sportschosun.com
