Luis Suárez has officially retired from international football, marking the end of a remarkable 17-year career with the Uruguay national team. The 37-year-old striker, who is Uruguay's all-time leading scorer with 69 goals, has earned 142 caps since his debut in 2007.
Suárez's decision to retire comes ahead of Uruguay's upcoming World Cup qualifiers. He will play his final match for the national team on Friday against Paraguay, followed by a game against Venezuela next week. These matches will be crucial for Uruguay as they aim to secure their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Reflecting on his career, Suárez expressed a mix of pride and nostalgia. "It hurts to say it, but Friday will be my last match with my country's national team," he said during a press conference at the Centenario Stadium in Montevideo. "I believe this is the right time. I want to be relaxed when I play my last game with the national team. I'll be just as excited to play as I was in 2007 when I played for my national team for the first time."
Suárez's international career has been filled with memorable moments and significant achievements. He played in four World Cups and five Copa America tournaments, winning the Copa America in 2011. Despite some controversies, including a high-profile incident at the 2014 World Cup, Suárez's contributions to the national team have been invaluable.
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