Alonso pays tribute to 'world-class' Kroos after retirement news

Xabi Alonso reacts to Real Madrid and Germany midfielder Toni Kroos' decision to retire after Euro 2024

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00:00 I have a lot of respect for Toni. It was a difficult decision to make in his career.

00:07 To end it at the highest moment, I have a lot of respect for him.

00:14 He had the chance to play his last game with Madrid in the Champions League final.

00:19 And then he played with the national team.

00:22 He enjoyed his last game.

00:24 He is a player that is important for the generation, for the last ten years, always at the highest level.

00:30 He is top class. I played with him a few times, but many times against him.

00:35 He was a world-class player.