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Belgian football star Eden Hazard, at the age of 32, has officially announced his retirement from professional football. This decision comes after his departure from Real Madrid in the summer of 2023, even though he had one year left on his contract. Hazard's career at Real Madrid was marred by injuries, particularly following a significant one during the 2019/20 Champions League match against PSG.
In a heartfelt statement posted on his Instagram account, Hazard expressed his gratitude for the incredible journey he had during his 16-year career, which included over 700 matches played. He thanked his family, friends, advisors, coaches, teammates, and fans for their unwavering support throughout his career.
Hazard notably enjoyed successful stints with Lille, Chelsea, and the Belgian national team, achieving third place in the 2018 World Cup. He acknowledged the clubs he played for and expressed his excitement about new experiences in life beyond football.
The retirement of the former Chelsea winger marks the end of an era in football, as fans around the world join in bidding farewell to one of the sport's iconic talents who realized his dream and left an indelible mark on the game
