Former Seattle Sounders midfielder Michael Farfan announced his retirement in a long, heartfelt Facebook post in which he thanked – well, nearly everyone.
"Words can’t express the gratitude I have for the people who have played a part in me achieving my dreams of becoming a professional soccer player," Farfan wrote in Friday's post, before going on to thank family (including his twin Gabriel, now with the NASL's Miami FC), teammates and fans.
Farfan's career also included time with D.C. United and the Philadelphia Union in MLS and with Liga MX side Cruz Azul. Farfan subbed on in one regular season match for the Sounders in 2016 and picked up one goal for Seattle in a U.S. Open Cup match versus the LA Galaxy. His option was declined at the end of 2016 season.
Here's a link to the letter, in its entirety:
