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David Ospina announces retirement from professional football
Colombian goalkeeper David Ospina has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 38. The veteran shot-stopper shared his decision via a farewell video on social media, stating that his departure is due to physical necessity rather than a lack of desire, noting, “I am not leaving because I want to, I am doing it because I have to.”
The decision follows persistent physical difficulties, specifically a chronic injury to his right elbow that originated during his time with Al-Nassr in 2023. While Ospina recently signed with Atlante in Mexico, the injury prevented him from making an official debut for the club, leading to a mutual agreement to end the professional relationship.
Ospina leaves a significant legacy, having earned 131 caps for the Colombia national team, a record he shares with James Rodríguez. His club career spanned several top-tier leagues, including stints with Atlético Nacional, Nice, Arsenal, Napoli, and Al-Nassr. His honors include FA Cups with Arsenal, the Coppa Italia with Napoli, and multiple domestic titles with Atlético Nacional.
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Arsenal · Atlético Nacional · Colombia national team · David Ospina · Napoli
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The retirement is due to a chronic injury in his right elbow. studiofutbol.com.ec · www.minuto30.com · radionacional.co
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ospina is 38 years old. www.minuto30.com · radionacional.co
- [● 3 SOURCES] Ospina played for Arsenal, Napoli, and Al-Nassr. studiofutbol.com.ec · www.minuto30.com · radionacional.co
- [● 3 SOURCES] David Ospina announced his retirement from professional football. studiofutbol.com.ec · www.minuto30.com · radionacional.co
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ospina signed with Atlante in Mexico but did not debut. studiofutbol.com.ec · radionacional.co
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ospina played 131 matches for the Colombia national team. www.minuto30.com · radionacional.co