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Spurs & Ireland legend Robbie Keane retires from football

Robbie Keane has announced his retirement from football after being named as assistant to new Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy.

Keane - his country's record-holder for both caps (146) and goals (68) - brings down the curtain on his playing days following a career that has taken in stints with Tottenham, Liverpool, Inter and Los Angeles Galaxy, among many more.

The 38-year-old made his professional debut for Wolves in 1997 but says his time at White Hart Lane, where he won the 2007-08 League Cup, and representing Ireland were the highlights of his career.

"I had the great privilege to represent and captain Tottenham over 238 games," he said.