The Brazil born Deco has decided to retire from international football after the World Cup this summer.

“I will close my cycle after the World Cup. Because of my age and because it is tiring, I will say goodbye to the national team after the World Cup.”

Deco has played 71 matches for Portugal. The star has also represented Porto and Barcelona. He currently plays in the Premier League with Chelsea. Portugal have seen recent success by entering the Euro 2004 final and the semi-finals of the 2006 World Cup.