Football NewsBundesligaUnverified source· 1 Sept 2026
Rüdiger calls time on Germany career
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger has announced his immediate retirement from international football.
A. Rüdiger
player
Club
Real Madrid
Debut
May 2014 vs Poland
Caps
86
Goals
3
Tournaments
3 World Cups, 2 Euros
What happened. Antonio Rüdiger confirmed on social media that he has retired from international football with immediate effect, thanking those involved in his career.
- Made Germany debut in May 2014 in a 0-0 draw with Poland.
- Played in three FIFA World Cups and two European Championships.
- In 2024, Germany reached the quarter-final of the Euros on home soil.
“After giving it some thought, the time has come for me to bring my international career to a close and make way for the younger generation.”
— Antonio Rüdiger
Rüdiger steps aside to allow younger players to step up for Germany's future international campaigns.
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