Real Madrid and Brazil defender Marcelo has announced his retirement at the age of 36 in a video posted to social media on Thursday.
The left-back enjoyed one of football’s most successful careers in terms of trophy hauls, picking up five Champions League titles and six LaLiga triumphs over 19 years.
“My story as a player ends here but I still have much to give to football,” Marcelo said in the video that shows highlights of his illustrious career.
Marcelo also enjoyed trophy-laden spells in his home country with Fluminense, most notably helping them lift the Copa Libertadores in 2023 after leaving Madrid in the wake of their 2022 Champions League final success and a short spell at Greek side Olympiacos.
He left the Rio-based team in November 2024 after an argument with head coach Mano Menezes during a game against Gremio.