Kyle Walker, Burnley defender, has announced his retirement from international play with the England national team, marking the end of a long and distinguished career with the Three Lions.

The English Football Association confirmed on its official website today, Tuesday, that Walker has concluded his international journey after playing 96 matches with the national team, praising the significant contributions he made to the England team over many years.

Walker began his international career with the England team in 2011, and his last match with the national team was against Senegal in a friendly encounter last summer. The veteran defender participated in several major tournaments, including the 2024 European Championship where the England team reached the final, as well as the 2018 World Cup where the team reached the semi-finals.

Walker commented on his decision in statements published on the official website of the English FA, saying: "I am saddened to make this decision, but I am very proud of what I have achieved with England."

He added: "It was a great honor to represent my country in five major tournaments, to reach the finals we have reached, and to be part of this team alongside the players and coaches I have had the honor to work with."

Walker concluded his remarks by stating: "Today is the time to end, and I see this moment as appropriate to conclude my international career in a manner befitting what I have contributed to the national team."