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Witsel retires from internationals after 18-year Belgium career
Veteran midfielder Axel Witsel has announced his retirement from international football, ending an 18-year career as Belgium’s second-most capped player.
- Veteran midfielder Axel Witsel has announced his retirement from international football, ending an 18-year career as Belgium’s second-most capped player.
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- Witsel retires from internationals after 18-year Belgium career
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