Has Toni Kroos Retired?

Toni Kroos has retired from international football after Germany's exit from Euro 2020. The Real Madrid midfielder, 31, made the announcement having played in Tuesday's 2-0 last-16 defeat to England at Wembley. Kroos won the first of his 106 caps in 2010 and was part of the Germany side that lifted the 2014 World Cup.

Why did Toni Kroos retire?

Kroos announced his retirement from international football following Germany's Euro 2020 elimination to England on Tuesday. The 31-year-old - who played every minute at the Euros - is said to be stepping back from international football to prolong his domestic career, which he wants to end in Spain.

Did Toni Kroos retire?

Toni Kroos has announced his retirement from international football. The Germany midfielder, who started as his nation were knocked out of Euro 2020 by England at Wembley earlier this week, has said he wants to focus on club side Real Madrid going forward.

James H. Sterling

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