One of Real Madrid's most decorated players of all-time has opened up on his career following retirement. Former Brazil international Marcelo won an incredible six La Liga titles and five UEFA Champions League crowns across 16 seasons in the Spanish capital.

Legendary Brazilian defender Marcelo snubbed Lionel Messi when asked to pick the player he 'feared' the most at FC Barcelona during his time at Real Madrid.

Former Brazil and Real Madrid defender Marcelo has retired from football, the 36-year-old announced on Thursday.

Former Brazil star Marcelo has announced his retirement from football at the age of 36. The defender, who won 25 trophies, including five Champions Leagues, in 546 appearances during his 16-year stay with Real Madrid, has decided to call it a day after returning to first club Fluminense, who have renamed their academy stadium in his honour.

The 36-year-old spent 16 years at Spanish giants Madrid, winning six La Liga titles and five Champions League trophies.

Real Madrid icon Marcelo announced his retirement from professional football with immediate effect, at the age of 36. The left-back, who was paraded at the Santiago Bernabeu prior to

Real Madrid legend Marcelo is thinking about returning to the club one day, as he revealed when sharing his retirement plans on Spanish television.

Last week, the Real Madrid and Brazil icon decided to hang up his boots at the age of 36. In an emotional video announcing his retirement, Marcelo expressed gratitude for his time in the game. Five days after bringing the curtains down on his illustrious professional career,