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Heart problem ends De La Red's playing career
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid midfielder Ruben de la Red has been forced to end his playing career after suffering a heart problem during a match two years ago.
The 25-year-old was a member of Spain's European Championship-winning squad in June 2008, but three months later, he collapsed on the field 13 minutes into Madrid's Copa del Rey match against Real Union and has not played since.
De la Red said he had reluctantly taken the advice of doctors to retire. Madrid appointed him to its coaching staff on Thursday.
"I have fought against this but without results. The doctors have recommended I stop," De la Red said. "I thank so many people for all the support I've received …
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