{"id":624218,"date":"2023-06-05T11:52:14","date_gmt":"2023-06-05T15:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/?p=624218"},"modified":"2023-06-05T11:52:14","modified_gmt":"2023-06-05T15:52:14","slug":"zlatan-ibrahimovics-career","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/06\/05\/zlatan-ibrahimovics-career\/","title":{"rendered":"Five of the Greatest Moments From Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Career"},"content":{"rendered":"

Football great Zlatan Ibrahimovic has called time on his long and illustrious career at the age of 41. The Swedish hero finished playing after scoring 511 goals for nine clubs and 62 international goals. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here we look back on just five of the greatest moments, in no particular order, from Zlatan Ibrahimovic\u2019s career that has wowed fans around the world. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Greatest Moments From Zlatan Ibrahimovic\u2019s Career <\/span><\/h2>\n

Speaking on the pitch<\/a> at the San Siro following the final game of the season, the AC Milan legend said: “I have so many memories and lived so many emotions in here, the first time I arrived here you gave me happiness. The second time love.<\/span><\/p>\n

“I want to thank my family, everyone close to me, for their patience. My second family, the players and (AC Milan head coach Stefano) Pioli and his staff for the responsibility you have given me. I want to thank the managers for the opportunity.<\/span><\/p>\n

“But most important of all: from my heart I want to thank you fans. You welcomed me with open arms, you made me feel at home. I will be a Milan fan for life. The time has come to say goodbye to football, but not to you.<\/span><\/p>\n

“I have too many emotions that are passing through me. See you around, if you’re lucky. Forza Milan and goodbye”.<\/span><\/p>\n

Zlatan Ibrahimovic\u2019s Career: Five of His Greatest Moments <\/span><\/h3>\n

500th Career Goal: LA Galaxy v Toronto<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ibrahimovic gave fans something special for his 500th goal in football. His piece of individual magic came in an eight-goal thriller against Toronto. 3-0 down, the stunning goal sparked a comeback from his LA Galaxy team. A looping ball into the penalty box was watched all the way by the striker and as the ball dropped over his head he executed a spinning kick to perfection leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.<\/p>\n

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ARE YOU SERIOUS? #Zlatan500<\/a> in the most Zlatan way possible. pic.twitter.com\/CSvyF9vszv<\/a><\/p>\n

— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) September 16, 2018<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n