Robbie Keane announced his retirement from the Republic of Ireland on Wednesday and his LA Galaxy teammate Steven Gerrard was quick to pay tribute to his longtime friend.
Keane will play his final game for the Republic of Ireland in a friendly against Oman next Wednesday, wrapping up an 18-year international. One of Ireland’s all-time greats, Keane ends his career as the nation’s all-time leading goalscorer with 67 goals.
Gerrard, who was himself the longtime captain of England, took to Instagram to honor Keane’s historic achievements.