The match of the 34th round of the Bundesliga became the last in the professional football for the 33-year-old German.

Head coach of the German national team Joachim Leo called the defender Philippe Lam one of the best players of all time.

"Philip - one of the best footballers of all time. Not only because, as captain of the champions of the world, he stood on the same level with Fritz Walter, Franz Beckenbauer and Lothar Matthaus. For many years he played at the highest level both in the club and in the national team. I was always very happy to work with him and talk to him about football, "Leva quotes the official website of Bavaria.

"Philip, besides football, has many other interests that he can now devote his time to. First of all, he will have more time for his family. I wish him all the best and I very much hope that he will remain in German football, in what role, it is not so important ".

It is worth noting that after the departure of Philip Lam captaincy will assume Manuel Neuer.

In the current season, Lam played 35 games in all tournaments, scoring 2 goals and giving 4 assists.