Mascherano retires from international football

By Daily Sports on July 1, 2018

Javier Mascherano bowed out as Argentina lost to France in the first last-16 clash at Russia 2018

Javier Mascherano announced his international retirement following Argentina's World Cup exit.

The 34-year-old midfielder revealed his decision in the immediate aftermath of Saturday's 4-3 last-16 defeat by France.

Speaking to reporters shortly after the final whistle, Mascherano said: "It's time to say goodbye and for the younger players to step in.

"Hopefully in the future these kids can achieve something. Now I'm just one more fan of the national team."

Argentina had come from a goal down in Kazan to lead 2-1 lead early in the second half but France rallied to seal a 4-3 victory, Kylian Mbappe's second-half double proving decisive.

Mascherano, who has played at four World Cups, made his debut for Argentina in 2003 and has made a record 147 appearances for his country.

He played 334 times for Barcelona before leaving at the end of last season for China to join Hebei China Fortune. 

•Text (except headline) from Sky Sports. Photo shows Mascherano

Source Daily Sports

Posted July 1, 2018


 

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