PATRIK SCHICK has announced his international retirement less than 24 hours after Czechia were knocked out of the World Cup.
The Bayer Leverkusen striker, 30, and his team-mates were sent packing following a 3-0 hammering against tournament co-hosts Mexico.
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Patrik Schick has retired from international football Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
The striker (top row, second from left) announced his decision after Czechia’s World Cup exit Credit: Getty
Czechia, who had West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek stretchered off with a worrying injury during the defeat, only picked up one point to finish rock bottom of Group A.
And Schick has confirmed he will not be adding to his 56 caps after a dismal World Cup.
In a shock statement released on social media, he said: “Today, my national team chapter is coming to an end.
“This decision is not impulsive and did not come about overnight. It is an idea that I have carried within me for a long time and that I have thought about for a long time.
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“It was a journey full of emotions, joy, disappointment, victories and difficult moments.
“I have always tried to give my best to the national team and represent our country as best as possible.”
Schick, who notched 22 goals for Leverkusen last season, also hit out after missing out on a place in the World Cup’s knockout stages.
The former Roma man added: “I leave proud of what I have achieved in the national team jersey.
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Schick has been a lethal finisher for Bayer Leverkusen Credit: Shutterstock
“But at the same time with the feeling that Czech football has much, much more to it than it has shown in recent years.
“We need to face the truth and change a number of things that have not worked in the long-term.
“I am not saying this out of anger or disappointment. I am saying this because I care about Czech football.
“Thank you to all the fans, team-mates and people who have supported me all along. It has been an honour to wear the Czech jersey.”
Schick bagged Euro 2020’s goal of the tournament Credit: The Jattvibe
The former Roma man won 56 caps Credit: AP
Schick was crowned the winner of Euro 2020’s goal of the tournament when he scored from the halfway line against Scotland.
And the deadly finisher was hailed by Czechia chiefs when he confirmed his desire to step aside.
A statement read: “After ten years in the national team jersey, Patrik Schick has decided to end his international career.
“He leaves behind unforgettable goals and moments that Czech fans will remember for a long time to come.
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“Thank you for every match, every goal, and the pride with which you represented Czechia.”
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