End of an era for Ibra! He is hanging up after a 24-year career. (video)

The Swedish striker has announced to AC Milan fans that he is leaving. Ibrahimovic was in tears in front of the San Siro crowd as he bid farewell to the team and ended his glittering career.

One of the greatest football players who stepped on the grass in recent years, offering us endless emotions, announced yesterday that he is quitting football.

The reason for the huge Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

On an emotional night at the San Siro where Milan beat Hellas Verona 3-1 in the last game of the year.

Ibraimovic did not play injured, however at the final whistle, he was given a hero's farewell by the crowd (over 70,000), club managers and teammates.

The 41-year-old was in tears even before kick-off, but the emotions continued after the match when Ibra was honored by Paolo Maldini.

So many memories and emotions in this stadium," said Ibra.

The first time I came, you gave me happiness, the second time, you gave me love. I want to thank my family and those close to me for their patience. I want to thank my second family. The players, the coach and his coaching staff for the responsibility they gave me. I want to thank the managers for the opportunity they gave me.

Last but not least, from the bottom of my heart, I want to thank the fans. You welcomed me with open arms and I will be a Milanista all my life. It's time to say goodbye to football, but not to you. It's very difficult, there are too many emotions. I will see you again. Forza Milan and goodbye.

Ibra returned to Milan for a second time in January 2020. In total, he scored 93 goals in 163 appearances with the Rossoneri team winning two Serie A championships. The first in the 2010-11 season and the second in_11100000-0000- 0000-0000-000000000111_season 2021-22