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- Gareth Bale, the Welsh forward, retired at age 33, citing his father's illness and the idea that there's more to life than football.
- The decision followed Wales' disappointing exit from the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
- He expressed gratitude for his career, noting MLS Cup with Los Angeles FC and multiple Champions League titles.
- Bale is moving into media work, signing with TNT Sports and CBS Sports Golazo.
