(FILES) Germany's defender #02 Antonio Ruediger looks on during the UEFA Nations League, League A Group A3 football match between Germany and the Netherlands in Munich, southern Germany on October 14, 2024. Germany defender Antonio Rudiger on September 1, 2026 announced his international retirement, two months after last playing for Germany at the 2026 World Cup. The 33-year-old made 86 appearances for the four-time world champions. (Photo by Alexandra BEIER / AFP via Getty Images)