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Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009

Swedish legend Larsson to hang up boots

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Sweden legend Henrik Larsson will bring the curtain down on his long and illustrious career at the end of the current domestic season in Sweden.

The 38-year-old former Feyenoord, Barcelona, Celtic and Manchester United striker's last game will be current club Helsingborg's league meeting against Elfsborg on Nov. 1.

"We at HIF had obviously hoped Sweden's greatest player down the years would play on for another season," said Helsingborg's director of sport Jesper Jansson.

"But we respect Henrik's decision and are incredibly grateful for everything he has done and proud to have been a part of his fantastic career."

Larsson scored 37 goals in 106 international appearances for Sweden.

The striker won the Champions League and two La Liga titles with Barcelona, the Premier League with Manchester United and four Scottish Premier League crowns during a glittering spell with Celtic.

(Courtesy of sportbox.tv)