It’s going to be an end of an era at Sydney FC after news that skipper Alex Brosque will pull the curtain down on his 18-year professional career come the end of the Hyundai A-League season.
Brosque will leave the club as the Sky Blues’ most successful ever captain, as well as being the club’s greatest-ever scorer and appearance maker.
News of the 35-year-old’s decision to retire has led to a groundswell of reaction from teammates, rivals and fans on social media.
We’ve got some of the best reaction to Brosque’s retirement announcement.
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A number of Brosque’s current and former teammates led the tributes.
What a guy! Honoured to have played with this great man. Only one season but what a season it was!! An absolute legend of a bloke and everything you want in a captain! All the best in retirement Brosquey. pic.twitter.com/kCZAKy8Jo6
— Danny Vukovic (@vuka20) April 16, 2019
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Thanks my captain Brosque. It was a pleasure to play with you. Hope to see you again. @SydneyFC pic.twitter.com/WX5SIlnLdv
— FATY Doudou Jacques (@wolfFaty19) April 16, 2019
Having had the opportunity to share the pitch with Brosque during his last season with the Sky Blues also led to a number of Steve Corica’s squad to continue the tributes.
One of the best players and teammates I’ve been lucky enough to play alongside of, but undoubtedly the best captain. Also proof that a good haircut and a thick beard can transform any man into one of the greats. Thanks for everything skipper. #GOAT #ThanksBrosquey https://t.co/e3DqR8VqLP
— Michael Zullo (@MichaelZullo5) April 15, 2019
— Rhyan Grant (@RhyanGrant) April 15, 2019
It’s been my privilege to play up top with you!! Enjoy retirement at the end of season!! #stillworktobedone 🏆 https://t.co/xi5rd8DPvl
— Adam Le Fondre (@A1F1E9) April 15, 2019
A great player, even a greater person 💙. Thanks El Capitano. Now let’s finish the season in style with a🏆 pic.twitter.com/VucgfUqm4y
— Reza Ghoochannejhad (@rgucci_) April 15, 2019
Sky Blue maestro Milos Ninkovic reacts to Alex Brosque's decision to retire at the season's end…#SydneyIsSkyBlue #ComeWithUs #ThanksBrosquey pic.twitter.com/FanYlb3vwZ
— Sydney FC (@SydneyFC) April 16, 2019
See what Alex Brosque's roomie @alexwilkinson84 had to say following news of the Captain's retirement at season's end…#SydneyIsSkyBlue #ComeWithUs #ThanksBrosquey pic.twitter.com/rEdY0MXDZG
— Sydney FC (@SydneyFC) April 16, 2019
🎥 | Hear from Head Coach Steve Corica as he reflects on Captain Alex Brosque's retirement announcement…#SydneyIsSkyBlue #ComeWithUs #ThanksBrosquey pic.twitter.com/7t7uBQumcT
— Sydney FC (@SydneyFC) April 16, 2019
Brosque has left an indelible impact with all aspects of football during his career, with members of the media also lavishing praise on the 21-cap Caltex Socceroos attacker.
Congrats Alex Brosque on a wonderful career. @SydneyFC all-time games and goals record holder. Two time championship winner, three time Sydney player of the year. 21 time Socceroo. Above all a ripping bloke and superb ambassador for the game.
— Daniel Garb (@DanielGarb) April 15, 2019
Congrats Alex Brosque on a wonderful 19year career. Has been a great servant of the game. Quality on and off the park.
— Ray Gatt (@Gatty54) April 15, 2019
As Australian football prepares to bid Alex Brosque farewell, I’d like to offer my thanks to him for being the consummate professional and an absolute gentleman during my years on the sidelines. A genuine and humble lad who always conducted himself with class. #ThanksBrosquey https://t.co/yvDdFepyz9
— Lucy Zelić (@LucyZelic) April 16, 2019
