Wales Goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey Retires After 109 Caps

Wayne Hennessey, Wales' most-capped goalkeeper with 109 appearances, announced his retirement from professional football at age 38. His distinguished international career began in 2007 and included pivotal roles in Wales' Euro 2016 semi-final run, the Euro 2020 campaign, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Wales’ first appearance since 1958. At club level, Hennessey made over 100 league appearances each for Wolverhampton Wanderers and Crystal Palace, notably reaching the 2016 FA Cup final with the latter, before concluding his career with stints at Burnley and Nottingham Forest. Throughout his nearly two-decade career, he earned recognition for his resilience and commitment, including a rare World Cup red card in 2022. Reflecting on his journey, Hennessey expressed gratitude for the support from fans, teammates, and family, and optimism about future endeavors in football. His legacy is marked by his dedication on the field and significant contributions to Welsh football history.