Jordi Alba calls time on International football career amid MLS glory with Messi - Reports

According to reports, one of Spain's greatest ever full-backs Jordi Alba has called time on his international career. Alba made his debut for La Roja in 2011 and represented the nation on 93 occasions, scoring 9 goals in his career. He last appeared for Spain in June during the Nation's Cup final against Croatia, during which Spain won on penalties.

3 things you need to know

• Jordi Alba announced their retirement from the international circuit
• Alba played 93 matches for Spain
• Alba currently plays for Inter Miami at the club level

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Jordi Alba retires from international football

After making his first impressions on October 11, 2011, against Czech Republic, Alba soon became a regular featurette on Vicente Del Bosque's side. He played 2012, 2106, and 2020 UEFA Euro Cup cups and was a formidable part of the 2014, 2018, and 2022, FIFA World Cup sides. Per reports, he communicated his decision to Spanish Coach Luis de la Fuente about his decision to retire from the international scene. During his time with Spain, he also got the opportunity to captain the side as well. His most notable achievement as the captain is Spain, winning the National Cup 2023.

❗️Barça legend Jordi Alba has taken the decision to retire from the Spanish National Team.

— @sport pic.twitter.com/mqP4866CKw

— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) August 29, 2023

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Intern Maimi flourishing with Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets in the squad

Retiring from Spain will help him focus more on his club duties with Inter Miami. He has been seen cutting a content figure with long-time friend and teammate Lionel Messi on the field. With Miami, he recently won the club's first-ever title in the form of the Leagues Cup. The team of Inter Miami is on the cusp of winning another title as they are in the final of the US Open Cup. As for MLS, the side is seemingly out of contention as they stand second from last on the league table. However, since Messi, Alba, and Sergio Busquets joined and combined in each match, a miracle on the MLS road won't be something out of the cards.