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Former Arsenal, Wales Midfielder Aaron Ramsey Retires From Soccer

The former Wales captain ends a 19-year career that included 86 international appearances and three FA Cup wins with Arsenal.

  • Former Wales captain and Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey retired from football on Tuesday at age 35, announcing his decision through an official statement.
  • Defined by his 11 years at Arsenal, Ramsey made over 250 appearances and scored 40 goals, cementing his legacy with winning goals in the 2014 and 2017 FA Cup finals.
  • Representing his country, Ramsey earned 86 caps and scored 21 goals, playing a central role in Wales' golden generation that reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals and three major tournaments.
  • In his retirement statement, Ramsey thanked the clubs and managers who supported him, saying "Thank you to all the clubs I've been lucky enough to play for."
  • Following his 2019 Arsenal departure, Ramsey played for Juventus, Rangers, Nice, and Cardiff before his final stint with Pumas, ending an injury-hampered period.
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Welsh midfielder Aaron Ramsey hangs the booties at age 35 after a brilliant race in Europe and a short walk through Mexican football.

Wales captain Aaron Ramsey, who has long represented Arsenal in London, has announced that he is drawing the line at his playing career.

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Former Arsenal midfielder and Wales captain Aaron Ramsey has announced his retirement from football via Instagram at the age of 35. "This has not been an easy decision. After careful consideration, I have decided to retire," Ramsey wrote.

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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