Marcelo, a celebrated left-back who spent 15 years at Real Madrid, has announced his retirement from professional football at 36. After joining from Fluminense in 2007, he became the club's first foreign captain in over a century and holds the record for most trophies won by a player in the club's history, totaling 25. His accolades include six La Liga titles and five Champions League titles. Marcelo reflected fondly on his journey and expressed gratitude for the experiences in an emotional farewell, after also having brief stints with Olympiacos and Fluminense post-Madrid.
"At 18, Real Madrid knocked on my door and I arrived here. Now, I can proudly say that I am a true madrileno. Here, alongside my wife, I have built a family."
"16 seasons, 25 titles, five Champions Leagues, one of the captains and so many magical nights at the Bernabeu. What a journey!"
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