Ghanaian defender Daniel Opare has officially retired from professional football at the age of 35, closing the chapter on a career that spanned continents, top leagues, and international duty with the Black Stars.
Opare announced his decision in a heartfelt Instagram post, expressing gratitude to God, his family, friends, and the clubs he represented:
“OFFICIALLY RETIRED!! A great day to celebrate, I couldn’t be more happier for what the LORD has done for me throughout these years… I wore every jersey with pride, respect and no regrets.”
International Career
- Black Stars: 19 senior caps, including appearances at major tournaments and World Cup qualifiers.
- Youth levels: 2 appearances for Ghana’s U-20s and 7 for the U-17s.
Opare’s professional journey took him across several countries and leagues, including:
- Belgium: Standard Liège, Antwerp, RFC Seraing
- Spain: Real Madrid Castilla
- Germany: Augsburg
- Turkey: Beşiktaş
- France: Lens
His versatility as a right-back and occasional left-back earned him recognition as a committed, hard-working player who overcame injuries to maintain a long career.
Opare leaves behind a legacy of resilience, loyalty, and professionalism. His journey from Ghana’s youth ranks to Europe’s top leagues reflects the determination of a player who consistently gave his all, both for club and country.
This retirement marks the end of an era for a defender who embodied dedication and pride in every jersey he wore.
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