DaMarcus Beasley announces retirement from U.S. national team

DaMarcus Beasley brought an end to his international career Monday, almost 14 years after earning his first senior cap.

The winger made the announcement on his Instagram page, reflecting on the immense pride he felt representing the United States.

Where do I start? Honestly I never thought this day would come, representing my country has been the greatest thing I've done in my career. 

Everytime I've pulled on OUR colors I tried to represent myself, my family and my country with the utmost respect.(and obviously tried to win) With that being said, I have officially retired from the U.S. Nat'l team. 

I've been blessed to be apart of the ussf family for 17yrs. I have so many memories from when I started with the U-15 nat'l team all the way to the men's team. I've met so many great ppl along the way I wouldn't know where to start. 

To all my coaches and teammates, I just want to say thank you, thank you for making me the player I am and the man I will be in the future. I will never forget all the games, friendships, memories we all shared. 

One thing I hope you all will say about me is that I was a good teammate and ALWAYS left everything on the field when I played. And lastly I want to thank ALL the fans that have supported me and the U.S. Team, without you guys we wouldn't be where we are today! Thank you all!!!

Beasley, 32, started every match for the United States during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and has the distinction of being the only player to compete in four different World Cups for the country. He recorded 17 goals during 121 caps.