Dabo announces retirement

1:20 PM, Jul 18, 2011   |    comments
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Foxborough, MA (Sports Network) - New England Revolution midfielder Ousmane Dabo announced his retirement on Monday after a 16-year professional career.

The 34-year-old spent time with top clubs in France and Italy as well as with Manchester City in England before joining the Revolution in February.

However, he was limited to just three appearances in league play and one in the U.S. Open Cup for the Revs because of injury issues.

"This is a very tough decision for me, and I'm frustrated to have not been able to help the Revolution more," Dabo said. "I've had some physical issues that I haven't been able to heal, so I've decided to retire and release the club from my contract. I very much wish the New England Revolution all of the best and thank them for everything."

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