Real Madrid’s legendary defender, Sergio Ramos, announced his retirement from the Spanish national team on August 16, 2021, after Spain’s disappointing round-of-16 exit in the Euro 2020 championship. Ramos, who played 180 times for Spain, stated that he was hurt and disappointed by Luis Enrique’s decision to leave him out of the national squad for the Euro tournament. Ramos called Enrique’s decision a “huge mistake” and stated that he felt disrespected by the manager’s communication approach.
Ramos, who had been a fixture of Spain’s national team for over a decade, said that he was looking forward to new challenges in his footballing career. The 35-year-old defender has recently signed a two-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain and will be playing for the French club in the upcoming season.
Ramos is considered one of the best defenders in the history of Spanish football and has won numerous titles for both Real Madrid and Spain, including four Champions League trophies, five La Liga titles, and two European Championships. Ramos’ leadership, defensive skills, and goalscoring ability have made him a beloved figure for fans of both Real Madrid and the Spanish national team.
In conclusion, Ramos’ retirement from the Spanish national team marks the end of an era for Spanish football. Ramos has been an integral part of Spain’s success over the past decade and will be sorely missed. However, his decision to retire from international football will allow him to focus on his club career and pursue new challenges in his footballing journey.
