Given announces international retirement
Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given has announced his retirement from international football after over 16 years of service.
Given made his debut for his country on March 27, 1996 against Russia and went on to represent the Republic a record 125 times before deciding to hang up his gloves.
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