Axel Witsel Retires from Belgium National Team After 140 Caps
Belgian midfielder Axel Witsel has announced his retirement from international football after 18 years with the national team. The 37-year-old made 140 appearances for Belgium, scoring 12 goals and providing eight assists. He thanked supporters, teammates, coaches and federation staff for their support throughout his career. Witsel said it was time to make way for a new generation of players. His final appearance came in Belgium’s 2026 World Cup quarter-final defeat to Spain.
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