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Spain's World Cup winner Llorente retires from international football
Midfielder Marcos Llorente has announced his retirement from Spain's national team at age 31, concluding an international career spanning 27 caps. The decision marks the end of Llorente's involvement with the Spanish squad that won the FIFA World Cup.
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Llorente confirmed his departure from international football on Thursday, bringing to a close his time representing Spain on the global stage. The 31-year-old midfielder earned 27 caps for his country during his tenure with the national team.
The Spanish international was part of the squad that claimed World Cup glory, cementing his place in the nation's football history. His retirement from international duty marks a significant moment in Spanish football as one of the team's accomplished players steps away from the national setup.
Llorente's decision to retire from international football comes as Spain continues to develop its squad for upcoming competitions. His departure represents the end of an era for one of the country's World Cup-winning generation players, though he remains eligible to continue his club career.