On this day in 2006: Alan Shearer announces retirement from football


by The Independent

The Independent— The former England captain confirmed that his career had been brought to a close at the age of 35.

www.thestar.co.uk—Former Sheffield United boss announces retirement from football. Former Sheffield United boss Neil Warnock says he is finally retired from football after multiple retirements and comebacks. The 75-year-old recently left Aberdeen after a temporary spell in charge, though he started the season with Huddersfield Town. The veteran boss performed another miracle to save Huddersfield from relegation last season, but he was only given a matter of weeks this season before he was sacked and replaced by former Sheffield Wednesday boss Darren Moore - who didn’t work...

WGNO—New Orleans Saints offensive lineman James Hurst announces NFL football retirement. New Orleans Saints lost a piece of its offensive line Wednesday. Offensive lineman James Hurst announced his retirement from football Wednesday in an Instagram post.

Forbes—Marta Announces International Retirement With Brazil. At 38 years old, the forward holds the highest records for the most goals scored in FIFA history with 17 goals.