Former Real Madrid and Brazil left-back Marcelo has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 36, bringing an end to a decorated career.
Marcelo spent 16 years at Spanish giants Real Madrid, winning an incredible six La Liga titles and five Champions League trophies.
"At 18, Real Madrid came knocking on my door and I arrived here," Marcelo said in a heartfelt video posted on social media. "Now, I can proudly say that I am a true 'Madrileño'."
During his time with Los Blancos, he also won two Copa del Rey titles and four FIFA Club World Cups, making 546 appearances and scoring 38 goals.
On the international stage, Marcelo earned 58 caps for Brazil, representing his country at the 2014 and 2018 FIFA World Cups.
His retirement marks the end of an era for one of football’s most iconic left-backs, whose attacking flair and leadership left a lasting legacy at both club and international levels.
