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Retirement and Career Reflection

Saturday, May 9, 2026
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Retirement and Career Reflection

Some big stuff, you know?

“This has not been an easy decision to make,” he said. “After a lot of consideration, I have decided to retire from football.”

Then he started talking about where his focus was. Experience so many incredible moments in it. That wouldn't have been possible without the input of all the managers he played under and all the staff who helped him along the way.

Then there was the Red Wall . He thanked them. Diolch.

He also threw a thank you out to all the clubs he’d been lucky enough to play for. To the managers and staff. They helped him live his dream and play at the highest level.

And of course, family.

He was a Cardiff City youth product, that. Then the switch to the Gunners in 2008.

There were brief spells too.

Then Italy . And closing out the whole club career with Pumas UNAM in Mexico. A long road, that. Just a lot of movement.

Written by Gree News Team — Senior Editorial Board

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