Former Arsenal winger, Theo Walcott has announced his retirement from professional football after he was released by Southampton at the end of the 2022/23 season.
The 34-year-old began his career at Southampton before he moved to Arsenal where spent 12 years and scored over 100 goals for the north London club. He also had a spell with Everton, where he spent two seasons at the Goodison Park.
He came back to the south coast in the 2020/21 season. During his second stint at the St. Mary’s, he was not able to escape the relegation waters with his childhood club.
The former England international confirmed his retirement in a social media post.
BREAKING 🚨: Former England and Arsenal forward Theo Walcott retires from football aged 34pic.twitter.com/M0zvwGtIYt
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) August 18, 2023
In an emotional video posted on social media, Walcott said: “The first moment I put my football boots on aged 10 was a special journey for me.
“From playing in the park with friends to performing in some of the biggest stadiums in front of huge crowds across the world.
“The support shown to me throughout this time has been incredible and in every way imaginable I am truly grateful. I shared the football pitch with so many incredible players and we have created so many unforgettable memories.
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