Argentina winger Ángel Di María has announced his retirement from international football after next year’s Copa América.
In a statement shared on his Instagram page on Thursday, Di María expressed his gratitude for the support he has received from fans and teammates throughout his career.
He also condemned the violent incidents that occurred during Argentina’s recent World Cup qualifying match against Brazil, calling for an end to such behavior.
“[The Copa América] will be the last time I wear the Argentine jersey,” Di María wrote. “With a heavy heart and a lump in my throat, I bid farewell to the most beautiful thing that happened to me in my career: wearing it, sweating it, and FEELING it with all the pride.
“Thanks to the fans, thanks to my family, thanks to friends and teammates from the national team. We continue making history, and that will remain for all eternity. Vamos Argentina carajo! 🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷”
Di María helped propel Argentina to a World Cup title in 2022 with two goals in the final, and has been with the senior national team since 2008.
He also scored the game-winning goal for the club in the 2008 Olympic gold-medal game.
Di María has represented his country in four FIFA World Cups and four Copa América tournaments, alongside international superstar Lionel Messi. Messi and Di María were also teammates for a single season at PSG.
