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Former England and Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole has retired at the age of 37.
Cole, who came through West Ham's youth system before spells at Liverpool, Lille, Aston Villa and Coventry City, has played for United Soccer League side Tampa Bay Rowdies since 2016.
He scored 10 goals in 56 games for England between 2001 and 2010.
"It has been a dream come true. All of it," said Cole. "I hope the next two decades are as special as my last 20 years as a professional have been."
Cole made his West Ham debut aged 17 and became captain four years later.
In 2003, he joined Chelsea, with whom he won three Premier League titles and two FA Cups and reached the 2007-08 Champions League final.
He spent seven seasons at Stamford Bridge, playing more than 280 games in all competitions.
"Winning trophies at Chelsea was particularly special for me," said Cole. "Those memories will live with me forever."
Cole also won the League Cup and Community Shield with Chelsea.
He played at the 2002, 2006 and 2010 World Cups, making his final England appearance at the latter tournament in South Africa.
"There are key moments in every professional's career. One of mine came when I was a young West Ham player," Cole said.
"A senior pro, who was nearing his own retirement, said to me, 'Enjoy every game, young man. It goes by in the blink of an eye and you'll miss it badly after it's gone'.
"He was right. Those words resonate even more now than they did back then. I tried to play and live by his advice every single day because being a professional footballer is an absolute honour."
Described as "the next Gazza" because of his style similar to former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne, Cole was known for his flair on the pitch.
He was also devoted to football, even asking then West Ham manager Harry Redknapp if he could avoid doing media interviews in order to focus on his football.
But it was at Chelsea - under the guidance of boss Jose Mourinho - where Cole enjoyed most success.
One of his most memorable moments came in Chelsea's 3-0 win over Manchester United to win the 2005-06 Premier League title. Collecting the ball with his back to goal 25 yards out, he beat three defenders before shooting past the goalkeeper.
That summer also brought Cole perhaps the goal of his career in an England shirt, a dipping volley against Sweden at the World Cup in Germany.
"As a fan, I loved watching wholehearted, skilful players and this is what inspired me," Cole said.
"I remembered what was special for me when I was sitting in the stands watching games and I tried to replicate this. I hope I was able to do this for some of the fans and people who have watched my games over the years."
Former West Ham team-mate Rio Ferdinand: "Not seen many kids light up youth football like this guy.
"He came and trained with the West Ham first team at about 14. We played a two-touch match and [he] was the best player by a mile! Loves the game and a lovely guy too."
Ferdinand tweeted a picture of him and a young Joe Cole (left) during their days at West Ham
Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard: "I spoke to him before I signed for Chelsea (when the pair were both at Lille).
"Every day, seriously, he was telling me that Chelsea was the best club for me.
"He said Chelsea was a big club where you can win trophies every season. For that reason I signed, so thank you, Joe Cole!"
Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard: "Congrats on a fantastic career, top player great lad. Enjoy your retirement fella."
Cole enjoyed two spells at West Ham, returning to his boyhood club in 2012
Cole signed for Chelsea under Claudio Ranieri, alongside Argentina midfielder Juan Sebastian Veron
Cole celebrates winning the FA Cup with Chelsea and England team-mates John Terry, Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole
Cole scores for England against Sweden at the 2006 World Cup
Cole was Roy Hodgson's first signing as Liverpool manager
Cole finished his career with the Tampa Bay Rowdies
