Former Brazil and Real Madrid left-back, Marcelo has announced his retirement from football at the age of 36.
Marcelo, who is 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 major silverware in 15 years at the Bernabeu, including five Champions League titles and six La Liga titles.
Announcing his retirement on Thursday, Marcelo expressed his gratitude to the Spanish giant.
He said: “At 18, Real Madrid knocked on my door and I arrived here. Now, I can proudly say that I am a true Madrileno.
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“Sixteen seasons, 25 titles, five Champions Leagues, one of the captains and so many magical nights at the Bernabeu. What a journey.
“My journey as a player ends here, but I still have so much to give to football. Thank you for everything.”
Marcelo was named club captain in 2021, becoming the first non-Spaniard to be given the armband at the club in 117 years.
He also won the Copa del Rey twice and the Club World Cup four times during his time with Los Blancos, for whom he made 546 appearances, scoring 38 goals.
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