Daley Blind retires from international football ahead of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:31 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Daley Blind will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the Netherlands, having announced his retirement from international football in August 2024. The defender, who played 108 matches for the national team and participated in major tournaments like the 2014 World Cup and Euro 2020, shifted focus to club football with Girona. Blind indicated that it was time to embrace a new generation of talent for the national team after years of contributing to its legacy.
- •Daley Blind retired from international football in August 2024.
- •He played for Girona, following their relegation from La Liga.
- •Blind made significant contributions over 11 years for the Netherlands.
- •He participated in the 2014 and 2022 World Cups, among other tournaments.
- •His departure opens opportunities for younger players in the national squad.
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"The central defender played for the Netherlands for a long time.
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