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Ljungberg ends Sweden career

Sweden skipper Freddie Ljungberg has quit international football to focus on his career with West Ham.
Ljungberg made the announcement through a letter released via the website of Swedish newspaper Helsingborg Dagbladet.
"The simple fact is the physical strain of playing on the national team and in club football for such a long time has finally taken its toll," the 31-year-old midfielder wrote. "And that is why I have decided to concentrate on playing for West Ham United and that is where my focus will be."

Ljungberg has been part of the national team for the last decade and his international career reached a new high when he was handed the captain's armband ahead of Euro 2008.

However, an ageing Sweden side made their exit at the group stage after recording only one win - over reigning champions Greece - in Group D.

“I can honestly say that I have loved every match, especially the outstanding support that you the fans have always given us players," said Ljungberg, who scored 14 goals in 75 appearances for his country.