Angola's Freddy Calls It a Day Internationally After AFCON 2025 Clash with Egypt
29 December 2025
Retirement Announcement
The Angolan forward Freddy announced his international retirement after his country's goalless draw with Egypt, closing the final round of Group B in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Angola finished the tournament with two points, placing third in Group B and bidding farewell to the competition.
Freddy was named Man of the Match for a commanding performance in what could be his international farewell.
In a post-match interview, the 35-year-old confirmed his decision to end his international career, wishing the best for Angola's squad.
He currently plies his trade for Bodrumspor in Turkey, having previously featured for Belenenses (Portugal), Excelsior (Netherlands), and Antalyaspor (Turkey).
Freddy began his youth international career with Portugal before representing Angola since 2014, amassing over 70 caps across 11 years with the national team.
Career Snapshot and Aftermath
The veteran's decision marks the end of an 11-year international chapter filled with experience and leadership on the pitch.
Humor aside, football keeps moving—may Freddy still be found near the training ground, arguing about corner kicks and coffee breaks with equal gusto.
Punchlines (in the sniper spirit): Freddy's retirement hit the target with pinpoint precision. If retirement plans came with a scope, his would be perfectly zeroed—target achieved, time to reload for life after football.
