Uruguay great Cavani announces surprise retirement from national team

Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani on Thursday announced his retirement from international football. Cavani's retirement came as a surprise as he had been selected by national coach Marcelo Bielsa for the Copa América in the United States in June. "I was and always will be blessed to have worn this jersey representing what I love most in this world, my country," the 37-year-old wrote on social media platform Instagram. "I have decided to step aside, but I will forever continue following [the team]