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Steven Mair

Scott Arfield available for Rangers during winter internationals as Ibrox star retires from Canada duty

Rangers star Scott Arfield has retired from international football with Canada.

The Ibrox midfielder, 33, has decided to call time on representing the North American country, which he qualified for through his father, after 19 caps.

It means he will be available for Giovanni van Bronckhorst despite the CONCACAF international window at the end of this month.

Canada are set to play crucial World Cup 2022 qualifiers against Honduras, the USA and El Salvador between January 28 and February 3.

But Arfield won't be involved in those as he wrote in an Instagram post: "It’s with a heavy heart that the time has come to officially announce my retirement from the Canadian men’s national team.

"I have loved every minute representing Canada. I am extremely grateful for the opportunities and experiences I have been given both on and off the pitch.

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"From day one in the programme, I have stated that this team under the right guidance will fully reach their potential and I’m proud to see it coming to fruition.

"I have a fantastic relationship with John Herdman and want to thank him for trusting and giving me the honour to captain the team in his early days as manager. Thanks to every staff member, every supporter and every team mate along the way.

"I’m desperate to see the boys get to Qatar and let the world see what a fantastic place Canadian soccer is in.

"Thank you, It’s been a pleasure."

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