Eden Hazard Announces Retirement: A Look Back at His Storied Football Career Former Chelsea winger, Eden Hazard, has made the difficult decision to retire from football at the age of 32. This announcement comes after a career that saw him rise to prominence as one of the world's most talented footballers. Let us take a deep dive into Hazard's journey, from his early days at Lille to his time at Chelsea and Real Madrid, and reflect on the impact he had on the footballing world.