Brazil defender Marcelo has announced his retirement from football at the age of 36.
The left-back, one of the most decorated players in history, played 58 times for Brazil.
After coming through the ranks of Brazilian club Fluminense, Marcelo joined Real Madrid in 2007 at the age of 18.
He won 25 pieces of major silverware in 15 years at the Bernabeu, including five Champions League titles and six La Liga titles.
“At 18, Real Madrid knocked on my door and I arrived here. Now, I can proudly say that I am a true Madrileno”, Marcelo said in a video on his social media.
“Sixteen seasons, 25 titles, five Champions Leagues, one of the captains and so many magical nights at the Bernabeu. What a journey!
