Didier Drogba, who returned to Stamford Bridge last month after signing a one-year contract with Chelsea FC, has announced his retirement from the international football.
BBC reports that the striker, who has played in three World Cups on
the Ivory Coast side in the past 12 years, scored 65 goals in 104
international appearances.
The 36-year-old Chelsea striker, who has recently left his former Turkish side football club, Galatasaray, said: "I’m proud to have captained this team for eight years and to have contributed to putting my country on the world stage."
The Blues striker further expressed optimism that his decision was
expected to make him create an impact on his return to the Premier
League after a two-year absence.
"It’s with much sadness that I’ve decided to retire from
international football. I can’t convey enough thanks to the fans for all
the love and support during these years. All my goals, all my caps, all
our victories are for you. I owe much gratitude to my team-mates, the
players with whom I’ve shared all these emotions and I wish them all
much success for the future,” Drogba said.
Meanwhile, Drogba’s Chelsea teammate, John Terry, had advised him
to replicate the form that enabled him score 157 goals in 342 games
during his first eight years at Stamford Bridge.
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