#3 Ibrahimovic frustrated in his international swansong
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Sweden’s footballing icon Zlatan Ibrahimovic had announced that he would be retiring from international duty post the Euros prior to the game. Thus, this game was the perfect opportunity for the 34-year old to put in an inspirational performance in a must-win game for his nation. Unfortunately, it turned out to be his farewell game on the international arena as he was kept at bay by a solid Belgian defence.
Most of the shots he took were blocked, and the ones which he was able to get away were either routine saves for Courtois or were off target. The only real chance he could eke out was in the 85th minute, when he chested down a cross and turned to shoot, but missed his target. It may not have been the exit he was hoping for, but with 62 goals in 115 appearances, he leaves a Swedish legend, forever embedded in his nation’s footballing history.
