Legendary German midfielder Toni Kroos will retire from football after Euro 2024, his club Real Madrid has confirmed. Kroos, who has been a pivotal figure in Real Madrid’s success over the past decade, will end his illustrious career following the tournament.
Toni Kroos, 34, began his professional journey in the Bayern Munich youth system before making a significant impact at Real Madrid. Since joining the Spanish giants in 2014, Kroos has been integral to their dominance in European football. He has won four La Liga titles and four Champions League trophies with the club. His stellar performances also helped Germany clinch the World Cup in 2014.
Real Madrid expressed their deep gratitude for Kroos, highlighting his significant contributions to the club’s history and world football. Club president Florentino Pérez praised Kroos as one of Real Madrid’s greatest players and assured that the club would always be his home.
Recalled to the German national team for Euro 2024 by manager Julian Nagelsmann, Kroos shared his reflections on his career. He recalled the day he was presented at Real Madrid in 2014 as a life-changing moment, both professionally and personally. He expressed his appreciation for the fans and everyone who supported him throughout his tenure at the club. Kroos emphasized that Real Madrid would be his last club and expressed pride in retiring while still at the peak of his performance. He is now focused on helping the team achieve their 15th European title.
Real Madrid will conclude their La Liga campaign at home against Real Betis at the Bernabeu on Saturday, followed by the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund at Wembley on June 1. A victory in this final would see Toni Kroos win Europe’s premier club competition for the fifth time, matching Cristiano Ronaldo’s record.
As Toni Kroos prepares to bid farewell to football, his legacy as one of the greatest midfielders of his generation is firmly cemented. His departure marks the end of an era for both Real Madrid and world football.
