Steven Gerrard Retires, Starts Trending On Twitter - Fans React To Liverpool Star Quitting International Football Career As England Captain [VIDEO]
After 14 years with the England football team, captain Steven Gerrard has announced his retirement from international play. This might not come as a surprise for fans of the 34-year-old Liverpool star, especially after a brief appearance by England at the 2014 World Cup, but we're still going to miss the star player. His English Premiere League career is still running strong, though.
MStars News reported on Gerrard's retirement announcement. You can read more on that HERE.
Gerrard's name also began trending on Twitter after the announcement, thanks to fans reacting to the news. Let's take a look at some reactions to his retirement:
Steven Gerrard retired from England football today. He has been brilliant
— Akshay Nanda (@AkshayNanda08) July 21, 2014
Steven Gerrard what a man. Tough decision — Jack Bunker (@JackBunker94) July 21, 2014
Not going to lie I'm disappointed that Steven Gerrard won't be going on to beat David beckhams record. #gutted #dissapointed
— Michael Lock (@Mikeyllock1994) July 21, 2014
Is angered and heartbroken at the lack of respect shown for #Stevengerrard one of the best English midfielders to grace the field. #YNWA — BiinGo (@JChandler92) July 21, 2014
I know that I have taken the piss out of his slips recently, but Steven Gerrard has always been one of my favourite non Arsenal players. 1/4
— GoonerChris1886 (@GoonerChris1886) July 21, 2014
Steven Gerrard best England player of his generation — Danny Barker (@Barks88) July 21, 2014
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In the meantime, also enjoy this video of some of Steven Gerrard's best goals throughout his career: