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Marcos Llorente retires from Spain national team at 31

Marcos Llorente, the 31-year-old Atlético Madrid player, has announced his retirement from the Spanish national football team. The decision comes shortly after he helped Spain secure the 2026 FIFA World Cup title.

In a personal statement shared via social media, Llorente described the move as a “very carefully considered” and “deeply felt” decision. He noted that he had reached this conclusion prior to the World Cup, regardless of the tournament's outcome or Spain's success. He acknowledged that while he is still young and could potentially play for several more years, he felt it was the right time to close this chapter.

Llorente’s international career spanned six years, during which he earned 27 caps. His tenure included appearances in Euro 2020 and two World Cups, concluding with the 2026 championship. Known for his versatility as a midfielder and defender, he leaves the national team following a period of significant achievement.

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Argentina · Atlético Madrid · Atlético de Madrid · FIFA World Cup · Luis de la Fuente · Marcos Llorente · Spain national football team

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