Legendary Brazilian striker decides it's time to retire
Brazilian legend Ronaldo has confirmed that he is retiring from playing with immediate effect.
The 34-year-old has announced he is bringing down the curtain on one of the most prestigious careers the world of football has seen in recent years.
During his career he scored over 350 club goals and he won 97 caps for Brazil.
He also helped his country to two World Cup wins and was named World Player of the Year three times.
"I can't take any more," he told Estado de Sao Paulo.
"I wanted to continue, but I can't do it any more. I think of an action, but I can't do it the way I want to. It's time.
"It's the body that's hurting me. The head wants to go on, but the body can't take any more."
The 34-year-old has announced he is bringing down the curtain on one of the most prestigious careers the world of football has seen in recent years.
During his career he scored over 350 club goals and he won 97 caps for Brazil.
He also helped his country to two World Cup wins and was named World Player of the Year three times.
"I can't take any more," he told Estado de Sao Paulo.
"I wanted to continue, but I can't do it any more. I think of an action, but I can't do it the way I want to. It's time.
"It's the body that's hurting me. The head wants to go on, but the body can't take any more."
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