David Silva Announces Retirement From Football
Former Spain International David Silva Announces Retirement
37 Year Old Finishes Career at Real Sociedad
David Silva, the former Spain international, has announced his retirement from football at the age of 37.
Silva, who spent the last two years of his career at Real Sociedad, made the announcement on Thursday, one week after suffering a serious knee injury.
The attacking midfielder, who played 125 times for Spain, was a key member of the team that won the 2010 World Cup and the 2008 and 2012 European Championships.
Silva's Club Career
Silva began his career at Valencia, where he made his debut in 2004.
He moved to Manchester City in 2010 and won four Premier League titles, two FA Cups and three League Cups with the club.
Silva's Playing Style
Silva was a creative and technically gifted player, who was known for his vision, passing and dribbling skills.
He was also a set-piece specialist and scored many goals from free-kicks and penalties.
Silva's International Career
Silva made his debut for Spain in 2006 and went on to play 125 times for his country.
He was a key member of the team that won the 2010 World Cup and the 2008 and 2012 European Championships.
Silva's Retirement
Silva announced his retirement on Thursday after a glittering career that spanned over 20 years.
He is widely regarded as one of the best Spanish players of his generation.
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