The former England midfielder Paul Scholes has retired from football.

Scholes, 36, scored 14 goals in 66 appearances for the Three Lions between 1997 and 2004.

The last competitive game of his career was Saturday's Champions League final at Wembley, where he came off the bench for Manchester United in the 3-1 loss to Barcelona.

"This was not a decision I have taken lightly but I feel now is the right time for me to stop playing," he said.

“To have had such a long and successful career at Manchester United has been a real honour.

“To have been part of the team that helped the club reach a record 19th title is a great privilege."