Wesley Sneijder Retires from International Football
Dutch Midfielder Calls Time on Illustrious Career
Amsterdam, Netherlands - Dutch midfielder Wesley Sneijder has announced his retirement from international football after an illustrious career with the Netherlands national team.
A Legend of Dutch Football
Sneijder made his international debut in 2003 and went on to represent his country 134 times, scoring 31 goals. He was part of the Dutch team that reached the final of the 2010 FIFA World Cup and was named Man of the Match in the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final.
Sneijder was also a key player in the Netherlands' successful campaign at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where he helped the team finish third. He retired from international football after the Netherlands' 2-1 victory over Peru in Amsterdam.
A Lasting Legacy
Sneijder's retirement marks the end of an era for Dutch football. He was one of the most talented and decorated players of his generation and will be remembered as one of the greatest Dutch players of all time.
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