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·27 August 2025

Italy Star Announces Emotional Retirement from Professional Football

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Italian full back bids farewell after illustrious career with Milan, Roma, and the national team

Italy Star Announces Emotional Retirement from Professional Football

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Alessandro Florenzi the former Milan, Roma and Italy defender officially announced his retirement from professional football on Wednesday.

Farewell Message

In heartfelt Instagram video, Florenzi, born in 1991 reflected on his career showing himself playing football with children in Rome the city where his journey began. He said:

"It was beautiful, truly amazing. From small pitches behind containers to the Stadio Olimpico. From La Scala to Wembley. Football taught me resilience, determination and never giving up. I gave you everything I'd"

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Advice to Young Players

Florenzi urged young talents to play for passion & commitment:

"Play as if it’s your last match. Play for the badge in front of you not the name behind you. The name'll come naturally"

Gratitude & Legacy

He thanked teammates, coaches and staff for their support throughout his career emphasizing the lessons learned from both victories & setbacks.

Florenzi also acknowledged mentors & families who guided him noting their lasting impact on his personal and professional growth.

Florenzi concluded:

"Today we say goodbye but football will always remain part of me"...

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