Cole retires from international duty

The 33-year-old made 107 appearances for his country after making his bow against Albania in March 2001.

However, he has lost his place in the Chelsea team this season to Cesar Azpilicueta and has seen Everton's Leighton Baines favoured in recent internationals.

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