(Reuters) – England defender Kieran Trippier announced his retirement from internationals on Thursday at the age of 33 and after winning 54 caps.
The Newcastle United player started six matches at the European Championship in Germany but was dropped for the final against Spain in favour of Luke Shaw.
“I never thought as a young lad from Bury that I would play for my country let alone achieve 54 caps,” Trippier wrote on Instagram. “It’s been one of the biggest honours of my life to represent my country at 4 major tournaments.”
“I want to say a big thank you to (former manager) Gareth (Southgate) and all the staff that have worked with the England squad for the trust they have placed in me throughout the years.
“Thank you to all my team mates – we have had some very special moments reaching 2 Euro finals, and a World Cup semi final and I am sure in the future this group of players will win a major tournament.
“I want to wish (interim manager) Lee (Carsley), the coaching staff and the team all the best for the future. And finally a big thank you to all the England fans for your incredible support travelling all over the world to support us and keeping us going in the difficult moments.”
(Reporting by Shifa Jahan in Bengaluru; Editing by Toby Davis)
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