Saturday, August 9, 2014
Chelsea striker Didier Drogba retires from international football with Ivory Coast
Chelsea
FC striker Didier Drogba has announced his retirement from
international football with Ivory Coast. The 36-year-old, who
re-joined Chelsea from Galatasaray last month scored 63 goals in his
104 appearances for his country; Drogba made his final appearance for
The Elephants in the recently completed 2014 World Cup, Ivory Coast
lost 2-1 to Greece.
In
a statement released, Drobga released on his personal website, one of
Africa's most valuable player said: “ It is with much sadness that
I have decided to retire from international football”
"These
past 12 years in the national team have been full of emotions. From
my first call up to my last match I have always tried to give my best
for my country.
"I
am very proud to have been captain of this team for eight years and
to have contributed to placing my country on the world stage of
football taking part in three World Cups and two Africa Cup of
Nations finals.
"I
cannot 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 love you.
"I
also owe much gratitude to my team-mates – the players with whom I
have shared all these emotions and I wish you all much success for
the future and a very warm welcome to the new manager."
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