World Cup winner Andre Schurrle retires at 29

“I don’t need the applause any more.”

Soccer – FIFA World Cup 2014 – Final – Germany v Argentina – Estadio do Maracana

World Cup winner Andre Schurrle has announced his retirement from football at the age of 29.

The former Chelsea, Fulham and Bayer Leverkusen midfielder had his contract cancelled by Borussia Dortmund after coming to an agreement with the club this week despite having a year remaining.