Lampard calls time on England career

August 26, 2014 20:55

England midfielder Frank Lampard announced his retirement from international football after a career spanning 15 years today.

The 36-year-old's 106th and final cap for his country came on June 23 when he captained England in their final World Cup game against Costa Rica.

Lampard said in a statement released by his management company: "I have taken the decision to retire from international football.

"It has been a very tough decision for me to make which is why I have given it so much thought since the World Cup."

His haul of international caps puts him sixth in the all-time England list behind Peter Shilton, David Beckham, Steven Gerrard, who announced his England retirement last month, Bobby Moore and Ashley Cole.

Chelsea's all-time top goalscorer left the Premier League club after 13 years last month, signing for Major League Soccer 2015 expansion side New York City FC.

He agreed a loan move with Manchester City on August 2 until the new MLS season.

In his statement Lampard said he had been "proud and honoured" and enjoyed "every minute" of wearing an England shirt.

He added: "Due to my club career now going in a different direction it is of utmost importance for me to consider my family first.

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