Bitter-sweet emotions for legend Giggs as playing career ends

Ryan Giggs revealed his bitter-sweet emotions after ending his glittering playing career but also being named as Manchester United’s new assistant manager.

The 40-year-old announced his retirement after 24 seasons, a record 963 appearances, 168 goals and 34 trophies for United soon after he was appointed number two to new boss Louis van Gaal yesterday.

Giggs’ statistics, which span a career that began at the age of 17 in 1991 and included 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League successes, make him the most decorated player in English history.