After a remarkable 23-year journey in the world of professional football, Theo Walcott has chosen to hang up his boots. His illustrious career encompassed 397 appearances in the Premier League. Expressing his sentiments on this decision, Walcott stated, "I am officially announcing my retirement from football, and I must admit, it's a rather daunting step."

He further elaborated, "The apprehension stems from the fact that football has been my life since I was merely 16 years old, if not even younger. I yearn to explore new horizons, ones that were beyond my reach during my formative years. A lot of experiences slipped through my grasp." Walcott continued, "Life has predominantly orbited around football for me, and I am now keen to delve into life's diverse offerings." During his remarkable tenure spanning 13 years with Arsenal, Walcott contributed significantly to their success, securing three FA Cup titles and clinching two Community Shields. His meteoric rise commenced in 2006, when, surprisingly, the 17-year-old Walcott earned a spot in Sven Goran Eriksson's England World Cup squad, captivating the world's attention. On the international stage, Walcott represented England with distinction, donning the national jersey on 47 occasions, and over the span of a decade, he found the net eight times.