Arsenal Cult Hero Kim Kallstrom Announces Retirement From Football

Arsenal fans are mourning the retirement of cult hero Kim Kallstrom.

The Swede played a massive four games for the Gunners in the 2013/14 season, though held aloft the FA Cup.

It was a strange signing considering he was carrying a back injury. But Arsene Wenger didn't hesitate in drafting him in for a brief spell.

_{Kallstrom in action for Arsenal. Image: PA}

Kallstrom only started one Premier League game, yet the Arsenal faithfuls have fond memories of the talented midfielder.

As well as his FA Cup winners medal, he also won two Ligue 1 titles with Lyon not to mention domestic honours with Djurgården.

Here's how social media reacted:

Farewell, Kim.

Topics: Football News, Arsenal

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