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Franck Ribéry Retires: Knee Pain Forces Heartbreaking Decision

3/22/2025

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Franck Ribéry, the legendary winger, hung up his boots in 2022 while with Salernitana, battling relentless knee pain. In a candid interview with L'Équipe, he revealed that prioritizing recovery over training became a painful reality, ultimately guiding him to the difficult choice of retirement.

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Franck Ribéry, the legendary winger, hung up his boots in 2022 while with Salernitana, battling relentless knee pain. In a candid interview with L'Équipe, he revealed that prioritizing recovery over training became a painful reality, ultimately guiding him to the difficult choice of retirement.