Pascal Gross confirms Germany retirement after starring in Brighton's 3-0 win over Arsenal

Pascal Gross has confirmed his retirement from Germany duty after starring in Brighton’s 3-0 win over Arsenal at the Amex, where the 35-year-old was named man of the match.

He broke the deadlock with an 18-meter strike, then teed up Chema Andres for the goal that sealed it. The victory over the defending Premier League champions capped a blistering start to the season, with Gross on three goals and four assists from five appearances.

Despite that form, he was not included in new head coach Jurgen Klopp’s first Germany squad for the Nations League. “Officially, since I don’t have social media, I haven’t announced my retirement, but I have already retired. For me, it was over after the World Cup. I think it’s time to wish the new generation nothing but the best and to keep my fingers crossed for them,” he told Sky Germany.

His Germany career began under Hansi Flick in a 4-1 defeat to Japan in September 2023, and ended at the World Cup group stage as a second-half substitute in the 2-1 loss to Ecuador. “I have still fun playing football here at the club, but in Germany is a change, and that is also good. I will keep my fingers crossed for them.”

With international matters settled, Gross can focus on Brighton’s campaign. The Seagulls are well placed after dismantling Arsenal, and his influence from set pieces and open play, plus his leadership, will be central as they chase European qualification again.

Source: Goal.com

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