Frank Ribery Announces Retirement from Football

Frank Ribery announces his retirement from football at 39 due to a persistent knee injury.

The Frenchman hasn't featured for Salernitana since their opening day loss to Roma.

Frank Ribery wrote on social media, "The ball stops. The feelings inside me do not."

He thanked everyone for the great adventure.

The retirement had been rumoured for several weeks due to his ongoing knee issues.

Frank Ribery's greatest successes came at Bayern Munich, where he won 9 league titles.

He was a World Cup runner-up with France in 2006.

Frank Ribery could take up a management role at Salernitana, with talks confirmed earlier this month.

The Frenchman joined Salernitana in 2021 but struggled with injuries.

And his retirement marks the end of an illustrious career.

But Frank Ribery's legacy will live on, particularly at Bayern Munich.

So the football world will be watching his next move closely.

Frank Ribery won the 2013 Champions League with Bayern Munich.

He played over 12 seasons for the German club.

The 39-year-old's retirement is a significant moment in football.

Frank Ribery's career was marked by numerous achievements, including 9 league titles.

He was an integral part of the French national team.

The Frenchman's retirement will be felt across the football world.