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Footballers' career is very short compared to other professions, and they depend on the health of their bodies to fully perform at the highest level in their career. Some players have been unlucky with their health which has let them down, even forcing them to retire altogether.
David Silva was the latest player to announce his retirement from football because of injury. He was 37, which isn't young in footballing terms, but many footballers love to hang their boots on their own terms.
Many great footballers have retired way too young because of injury. Long-term injuries can definitely take a mental toll on players. Juventus star Paul Pogba is one player who has struggled to shake off niggling injuries. He is entering the prime of his career, but injuries have hindered his career.
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FootballSilva is not the first player to be forced to retire due to injury. Sports Brief looks at several players forced to leave the game because of injury.
Jack Wilshere
Last year Wilshere announced his retirement from football at just 30 years old. After coming through the Arsenalacademy as a teenager, he was dogged by injuries for most of his short career. His memorable moment came in 2011 in the Champions League against Barcelona. He delivered a sensational performance to help the Gunners beat Barca 2-1.
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