EURO 2024: Toni Kroos, a German Football legend, Bids an Emotional Farewell

Toni Kroos, one of Germany's best midfielders of all time, has announced his retirement from football. This happened two days after his country was ousted from the UEFA Euros Championship following a heartbreaking loss to Spain in the last minutes of the game. Germany was eliminated from the tournament after losing 2-1 due to a last-minute goal by Spanish replacement Mikel Merino. Following the defeat, Toni Kroos announced his retirement from football in a sad Instagram post. 

Over and Out 

Toni Kroos posted an emotional parting message: "So that's it. But, before I take a vacation and attempt to process what has transpired over the previous 17 years, I'd like to take this chance to thank everyone for embracing me for who I am. I'm grateful to all of my clubs and instructors for believing in me. Thank you to all of my teammates for making me feel welcome at any moment. Thank you to my friends for always being honest with me, regardless of how successful I grew. Thank you to my agents who have become friends. Thank you to my parents for the finest preparation for realizing my ambition. Thank you to my brother @felixkroos23 for always being my #1 fan. Thank you to my children for being my greatest source of inspiration to bring out the best in me; there's nothing better than seeing your children proud of their father. Thank you, my beautiful wife @jessica_kroos, for being you. Never change. This accomplishment would not have been possible without you. It's ours. Last but not least: Thank you, Football! You have a fantastic game. And you're welcome! "Over and out." 

A Celebrated and Glorious Career 

Toni Kroos has won several club and national trophies throughout his career. His trophy case has the 2014 World Cup Winners Medal. Aside from this, he has won several club football medals with Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, including six Champions Leagues, four Spanish leagues, three Bundesligas, three German Cups, and one Copa del Rey. The retirement marked the end of a fantastic chapter in football.