Yesterday, sad news was announced by one of the best strikers we have seen in this century. Luis Suárez, former Atlético de Madrid player for two seasons, will leave the Uruguay national team during this September break. This was announced by the footballer himself, who has worn the colours of his country for almost 20 years.
Luis Suárez , in addition to being one of the greatest scorers of recent decades, made history with the red and white shirt. It only took him one season to earn a place in the hearts of all Atlético fans and on a mural at the Metropolitano . He left Atlético de Madrid in 2022 with a heartfelt tribute at the red and white home ground and the gratitude of the entire institution.
Luis Suarez retires
Obviously, this is not news that should come as a surprise, as the Uruguayan has spent several seasons competing far from the elite of football. His last three clubs have been Nacional , Gremio and Inter Miami , teams from the American continent that are far from the European level. However, he still had a place in the Uruguay national team , being regularly called up.
After almost 20 years as the reference in the attack of the Uruguayan team, he has announced that he is leaving his national team. Luis Suárez will play his last match with La Celeste during this September break after scoring 69 goals and providing 39 assists . As for Atlético de Madrid , his performance in the 2020-21 season, where he arrived as a free agent from Barcelona, will go down in history.
He was the great hero of that league title that would end up reaching the Metropolitano 's showcases, scoring 21 goals. It is true that his second campaign was not as good, although he was able to add several matches and surpass the 10 goals mark . He said goodbye to all the Atlético fans from the stadium's grass and with a great tribute from the club .
Linked to Atletico Madrid
Although it has been more than two years since his departure from Atlético de Madrid , the Uruguayan has always shown respect for the team. Whether through social networks or in public statements, Luis Suárez has shown great gratitude to the colchonero team. On the other hand, there are many fans who have stated that the Uruguayan is one of the best forwards in the history of the club .
His departure was probably a bit cold , as it was not officially announced until the last matchday of the championship. Now, close to leaving the Uruguayan national team for good, he will receive the well-deserved tribute he has earned in his country. It should be remembered that he was able to lift the Copa América in 2011 in a squad where he coincided with Diego Forlán.