Union forward Paunovic retires

12:56 PM, Jan 19, 2012   |    comments
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Chester, PA (Sports Network) - Philadelphia Union forward Veljko Paunovic has retired due to "family reasons," ending a career that started in 1994.

Paunovic, 34, joined the Union last June and had three goals and three assists in 16 starts. He also appeared in a playoff match for the Union.

"I've been so many places around the world and I have never felt as happy as I have been here," Paunovic said. "It is with great sadness that I announce my retirement from soccer due to family reasons."

The former Serbia and Montenegro international played in over 400 matches, and scored 86 goals. He enjoyed club stops in top flights in Spain and Germany.

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