Edinson Cavani has announced his retirement from international football, meaning he will not represent Uruguay at the Copa America. (More Football News)
The 37-year-o🐲ld is Uruguay’s second-most capped player with 136 appearances, and their second-highest scorer (58) behind only Luis Suarez.
Cavani made his debut in a friendly draw with Colombia in February 2008 and was part of the team that won the 2011 Copa America title.
Howeverꦓ, the striker has not made an appearance for his 🐓national team since the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, when they were knocked out in the group stages.
In a post on social med𝓰ia, Cavani said: "My beloved Celeste, I just want to thank you for every les🙈son you gave me under your process.
"I won't take long. Today my words are few but profound. Th🌱anks to every single person who was a part of this road over the years. I was and always will be blessed to have worn this jersey representing what I love most in this world, my country.
"They were without doubt so many wonderful years. I have a thousand things to say, tell and remember, but I want to dedicate today to this new stage of my career and give everything I've got to wh🧜ere I'm supposed to bꦬe now.
"I have decided to step aside but with my hear🃏t still beating, as it was when it was my turn to take to the pitch wearing this beautiful jersey. Sending a strong embrace to all of my fans."
Uruguay will begin their Cop🔯a America campaign against Panama on June 23.
