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Edinson Cavani retires from Uruguay before Copa America

In a surprising move, Edinson Cavani retired from international soccer only three weeks before the Copa America.

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Cavani retires from Uruguay

The former Napoli and Man United striker has been among the best players of Uruguay for the past two decades, having scored 58 goals in 136 matches.

Cavani, 37, was part of the team that won the 2011 Copa America title. His goal tally for Uruguay is second only to longtime teammate Luis Suárez (68).

El Matador had been selected by coach Marcelo Bielsa to play in the tournament that starts June 20 in the United States.

“I decided to step aside, but I will follow you with my beating heart forever in the same way that I used to do when I got to play with this beautiful shirt,” the Boca Juniors striker in a message posted on Instagram.

“I want to dedicate my time to this new stage of my career and give everything wherever I go,” the former Paris Saint Germain star said.

He played at the past four World Cups. His last match with the national team was in Uruguay’s 2-0 victory over Ghana in the first round of the 2022 World Cup.

“My beloved Celeste, I just want to thank you for every lesson you gave me under your process,” Cavani wrote on social media.

“I won’t take long. Today my words are few but profound. Thanks to every single person who was a part of this road over the years. I was and always will be blessed to have worn this jersey representing what I love most in this world, my country.

“They were without doubt so many wonderful years. I have a thousand things to say, tell and remember, but I want to dedicate today to this new stage of my career and give everything I’ve got to where I’m supposed to be now.

Edinson Cavani 🏹, leyenda de Uruguay 🇺🇾pic.twitter.com/RlrDItIXZ5

— VarskySports (@VarskySports) May 30, 2024

“I have decided so step aside but with my heart still beating, as it was when it was my turn to take to the pitch wearing this beautiful jersey. Sending a strong embrace to all of my fans.”

Now at Boca Juniors, Cavani had a long career in Europe with his peak will be with Paris Saint-Germain where he scored 200 goals and was the club’s all-time top scorer before being surpassed by Kylian Mbappé last year.