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Cristiano Ronaldo is a Real Madrid legend just like Gareth Bale - Carlo Ancelotti makes heartfelt claim after Welsh superstar's retirement
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Gareth Bale announces retirement from football
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Unforgettable' - Gareth Bale thanked for Real Madrid memories by Ancelotti after retiring at 33
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Real Madrid pay tribute to Gareth Bale after retirement from football
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Gareth Bale retires aged 33 as Real Madrid, Tottenham and Wales legend calls time on glittering 17-year career
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Gareth Bale retires LIVE: Latest as Wales, Spurs and Real Madrid legend quits football
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Real Madrid pay tribute to 'one of the club's great legends' Gareth Bale after his shock retirement
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Gareth Bale broke promise to LAFC after announcing retirement from football altogether - Mirror Online
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Legend of our club': Real Madrid pays rich tribute to Bale on retirement - Sportstar
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Football news 2023: Gareth Bale, Hugo Lloris retirements, reaction, tributes, highlights
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Madrid Pay Tribute to Bale after Retirement from Football - THISDAYLIVE
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Luton defender pays tribute to Wales team-mate Bale after former Spurs and Real Madrid winger announces retirement