The 2014 World Cup winner ended his international career four years later – much to the disappointment of the national team manager.

ISTANBUL — Former Germany midfielder Mesut Özil, who won the World Cup in 2014, retired from soccer Wednesday at the age of 34. Özil said injuries played a role in his decision. “I've had the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Germany's Mesut Ozil stands on the pitch ahead of an international friendly soccer match between Germany and France. Former ...

On Sunday, Mesut Özil announced his decision to retire from Germany’s international soccer team, citing racism he’s faced. In his letter, Özil—who is of Turkish descent—says the criticism he faced ...

What's the latest on Mesut Ozil's dispute with the German Football Association? Is there any chance of a return to the national team fold? We asked Sky in Germany for the lowdown. Ozil announced his ...

Mesut Ozil clashed with furious Germany fans after his nation's humiliation at the 2018 Russia World Cup, on Tuesday night. Germany finished rock bottom of Group F and were eliminated following a ...

Former Real Madrid and Arsenal midfielder Mesut Özil, who won the World Cup with Germany in 2014, retired from soccer Wednesday at the age of 34. Özil said injuries played a role in his decision.

Mesut Ozil announced his retirement from professional soccer on Wednesday with an emotional message via social media. The 34-year-old notably played for Arsenal and Real Madrid and won the FIFA 2014 ...