Suzuki hangs up his boots after 17 years to chase coaching dream
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Penang forward Bruno Suzuki has retired from professional football after a 17-year career to pursue coaching.
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Malaysian footballer Bruno Suzuki, 36, has hung up his boots after a 17-year career to pursue a coaching career. The Brazilian-born player made the announcement in a multilingual message expressing gratitude to his family, coach, and fans who supported him throughout his journey. Suzuki thanked his family and everyone who backed him for their unwavering support.
He stated that he leaves the game without any regrets, only gratitude for football. The announcement came as Suzuki completed his final season with Penang, making 14 appearances. Prior to his time in Malaysia, Suzuki had played in Japan, Thailand, and Singapore. Now, he is eager to transition into a new role as a coach, committing himself to teaching and mentoring the next generation of players.
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