Former midfielder of the Croatian national team Ivan Rakitich ended his football player career.

37-year-old player commented on his decision.

" You were part of my life from the very first day. From the fields of Melin, my hometown in Switzerland, to the largest stadiums in the world, you were always there.

Football gave me more than I have ever dreamed. Gave friends, emotions, joy and tears, gave a lifetime. And now it's time to say goodbye. Even if I leave football, football will never leave me "

. Before that, Ivan played for Basel, Schalke, Seville, Barcelona and al-Shabab.

During his career, the football player won the Champions League (2015) and twice the Europa League (2014, 2023). Four times became the champion of Spain and the owner of the Spanish Cup, and also was the winner of the club championship in the world.

As part of the Croatian national team, Rakitich spent 106 matches for the Croatian national team, which became the silver medalist of the World Cup.

Earlier it was reported that the legend of the famous Ukrainian club announced the departure after 15 years in the team.

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