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James Rodríguez retires from Colombia's national team: 'I'm ending one of the most important stages of my life'
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James Rodríguez retires from Colombia's national team: 'I'm ending one of the most important stages of my life'

Record15 September 2026 at 20:31

James Rodríguez announced his retirement from Colombia's national team through social media. The 33-year-old player described the decision as the end of one of the most important stages of his life.

The Colombian midfielder, former FC Porto player, made this decision after a vast international career with Colombia, during which he represented the country in various competitions, including World Cups.

The communication was made directly by the player himself to his followers, using digital platforms as a channel to announce this historic decision for his sporting career.

With this retirement, James Rodríguez closes a significant chapter of Colombian football, leaving behind an important legacy in the selection of his national colors.

Why this matters

James Rodríguez was a central figure in the Colombian national team for more than a decade, marking an entire generation of fans with his creativity and talent on the field. His farewell marks the end of an era for Colombian football, which loses one of its most iconic players, internationally known and symbols of the country.

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