Marina Hegering Announces Retirement from German National Soccer Team

Germany defender Marina Hegering is retiring from the women's national soccer team after winning an Olympic bronze medal last month. The 34-year-old will continue playing for Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga and Champions League before joining the club’s coaching staff. Hegering played 42 games for Germany, including two World Cups.

Germany defender Marina Hegering is stepping down from the women's national soccer team following her recent Olympic bronze medal win. The 34-year-old, who remarkably earned her national team debut at age 28, will continue playing for Wolfsburg until the end of the season, after which she'll transition to the club's coaching staff.

Hegering has been vital for Germany, contributing to the team's runner-up finish at the Euro 2022 and appearing in two World Cups. Her retirement marks another recent departure from Germany's Olympic squad as the team begins a new chapter under incoming coach Christian Wück.

Germany is set to face England and Australia in friendly matches next month, their first outings since the Olympics.

(With inputs from agencies.)