Toni Kroos wrote a letter of retirement after Germany bid farewell to the Euro in the quarterfinalsMidfielder Toni Kroos officially said goodbye to football yesterday (July 7), two days after the German team’s disastrous loss to Spain in the quarterfinals of Euro 2024.

“That’s it,” Toni Kroos wrote in a personal Instagram post. “But before I rest and at least try to realize what has happened in the past 17 years, I don’t want to miss the opportunity to say thank you to everyone who accepted me for who I am and how who I am”.

The 2014 World Cup champion thanked his fans, club, coaches and teammates, as well as friends and family, adding that “there is nothing better than seeing your I’m proud of my dad.”

Toni Kroos officially retired after playing his last match for Germany at Euro 2024 (Photo: Getty).

Kroos has won many trophies, mainly with Real Madrid, but also with Bayern Munich – including 6 Champions League titles, 4 La Liga titles, 3 Bundesliga titles, 3 German Cups and 1 King’s Cup.

In May, the 34-year-old announced he would retire at the end of Euro 2024. This means the quarter-final between Germany and Spain is his 114th match for the German team and also his last. with you.

Kroos ended his post with the words: “Last but not least: Thank you football! The beautiful game of each. And… you’re welcome! It’s all over”

Meanwhile, Spain midfielder Pedri has forgiven Toni Kroos for causing him to leave the Euro in the quarterfinals.

Pedri was ruled out of the remainder of Euro 2024 on July 6 due to a left knee injury he suffered after a strong tackle on Kroos in the opening minutes of the quarter-final match between Spain and Germany.

Kroos publicly apologized to the youngster at the end of his Instagram post and Pedri thanked the 34-year-old.

“Thank you Toni Kroos for your message. This is football and these things happen. Your career and achievements will live on forever,” Pedri said.