By Cheta Enyoghasi
Jonny Evans, Manchester United’s centre-back, has retired from international football.
The talented player from Northern Ireland has played for the senior national team for eighteen years, having made his debut in 2006. He played 107 games for his country.
The 36-year-old Evans left Leicester City to rejoin Manchester United two seasons ago.
In a statement announcing his retirement Evans expressed his pride in representing the fans on the pitch and the unwavering support they have shown throughout his career.
He said the highlight of his international career was the Euros in France 2016, where he reached a major tournament and represented his country.
He stated that the memories of those nights in France, with the GAWA in full voice, will stay with him forever.
His statement read: “After much thought and consideration and after 18 years, I feel like now is the right time to retire from international football.
“From my debut in 2006, when we defeated Spain to my last game in June 2024, it has been a privilege.
“Putting on the green shirt 107 times and representing the people of Northern Ireland has been my biggest honour.
“You, the fans, are simply the greatest in the world. I have been so proud to represent each and every one of you on the pitch.
“Your unwavering support and love has never gone unnoticed and I will miss those nights together.
“Without doubt the highlight of my international career has been the Euros in France 2016, reaching a major tournament and representing our wee country was a dream come true.
“Those nights in France, a sea of green in the stands, with the GAWA in full voice, they are memories that will stay with me forever”.
