Marcos Llorente Announces Retirement from Spanish National Team
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Marcos Llorente has announced his retirement from the Spanish national team at the age of 31. The Atletico Madrid player shared his decision through a letter on social media, describing it as a personal and deeply considered choice. Llorente stated that he had reached this decision regardless of whether he participated in or won the 2026 World Cup.
During his six year international career, Llorente earned 27 caps and won two titles, including a World Cup and a Nations League. He debuted in November 2020 in a friendly against the Netherlands under manager Luis Enrique. While he began as a midfielder, he later became a regular as a right back. In the 2026 World Cup, he started the opening match against Cabo Verde but eventually lost his starting position to Pedro Porro.
Statistical records show that Llorente never lost a match within regulation or extra time during his 27 appearances. He recorded four assists and played a total of 1,625 minutes. Following his announcement, teammates such as Ferran Torres, Dani Olmo, and Álex Baena, as well as Atletico Madrid, posted messages of support and gratitude.
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