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Striker Robson-Kanu calls time on Wales career

The 29-year-old forward, who won 44 caps and scored five times for Wales, will be remembered for his goal in the Euro 2016 quarter-finals when he stunned the Belgium defence with a 'Cruyff turn' before firing past goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.

Striker Robson-Kanu calls time on Wales career
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"I have made the decision to retire from international football," said Robson-Kanu, who made his Wales debut in 2010.

"Long thought, but a decision made; commitments to my family and dedicating what time I have available to them and choosing to focus on my club career within sport and time needed away from the game."

Robson-Kanu and Aston Villa defender Neil Taylor were the notable absentees from Ryan Giggs' Wales squad to face Ireland and Denmark in the Nations League next month.

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"I wish Ryan Giggs and the team continued success in the years to come, and appreciate his understanding and support, a new generation to continue building on what Gary Speed and Chris Coleman have set in place," the striker added.

(Reporting by Hardik Vyas in Bengaluru; Editing by Ken Ferris)


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