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LA Galaxy striker Keane announces international retirement

Former Tottenham and Liverpool striker Robbie Keane has announced his international retirement.

LA Galaxy star Keane has announced his retirement from international football after next Wednesday's friendly against Oman.

Keane said in a statement: "Today, I am announcing my decision to retire from International football following the upcoming game with Oman on 31st August in the Aviva Stadium.

"It has been a wonderful journey for me to have played with the Irish national team for over eighteen years since I made my senior international debut back in 1998.

"I have enjoyed it all."

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