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Robbie Keane announces retirement from international football

Robbie Keane has announced his retirement from international football.

The Tallaght native is set to hang up his green jersey after next Wednesday’s friendly match against Oman at the Aviva Stadium, and will continue to focus on his career with LA Galaxy.

Robbie took to his Facebook to announce his retirement.

“Today, I am announcing my decision to retire from International football following the upcoming game with Oman on 31st August in the Aviva Stadium.

“It has been a wonderful journey for me to have played with the Irish national team for over eighteen years since I made my senior international debut back in 1998. I have enjoyed it all.

“It has also been a great honour, for both me and my family, to have been given the opportunity to captain my country for over ten years.

Read Robbie’s statement in full below:

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