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Fans cheered Mats Hummels during his final game in Borussia Dortmund's uniform. The former athlete now anticipates increased leisure and an ordinary lifestyle.

Proposal for a directive on safeguarding workers from ionizing radiation risks sought by the...
Proposal for a directive on safeguarding workers from ionizing radiation risks sought by the Commission

Proposal for a Worker Radiation Safety Directive to be Submitted by the Commission Due to Radiation Exposure Risks

Mats Hummels Bids Farewell to Professional Football, Embraces New Roles

In a poignant moment for football fans, Mats Hummels, aged 36, played his final match on the pitch in August 2025, marking the end of a distinguished career that spanned over 18 years. The German defender, who played his farewell game for Borussia Dortmund (BVB) in a preseason friendly against Juventus, has now stepped away from professional football to focus on new opportunities off the pitch[1][2].

Hummels, known for his composure and leadership on the field, expressed his longing for the camaraderie with the team, the excitement before big games, and the feeling of running out on the pitch. However, he acknowledged that he started to run out of breath and energy after just 15 minutes of the match against Juventus Turin, a clear sign that his body was ready for a well-deserved rest[3].

Post-retirement, Hummels plans to spend more time with his family, friends, and especially his son. He also intends to delve into media work, with plans to become a TV expert for Amazon Prime Video's Champions League matches next season[6].

BVB coach Kovac praised Hummels for playing very cleanly in his final match, a fitting end to a career marked by consistency and professionalism. The club and Hummels are expected to remain connected, possibly with him returning to the club in a different role, reflecting plans by the club to engage retired players like Marco Reus in future capacities[4].

Hummels has expressed a desire to live a normal private life and stay a bit more withdrawn. He made an incognito visit to BVB after his farewell match, indicating his intention to attend some BVB games without making a spectacle of himself[7]. Despite retiring from professional football, Hummels will undoubtedly continue to leave a lasting impact on the sport, both on and off the pitch.

[1] Borussia Dortmund [2] ESPN [3] BBC Sport [4] Sky Sports [5] Goal [6] Deadline [7] The Guardian

In his post-retirement, Mats Hummels plans to explore new opportunities beyond professional football, including media work as a TV expert for sports events like Amazon Prime Video's Champions League matches. Despite stepping away from playing football, Hummels' lasting impact on the sport is expected to continue, both on and off the pitch.

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