Didier Drogba's illustrious career ended in defeat on Thursday night as Phoenix Rising fell to Louisville City in the USL Cup final.
A second-half goal from Louisville City's' Luke Spencer was just enough on Thursday night as Drogba and Phoenix fell 1-0 in the Ivorian's final match.
Drogba scored three goals in three matches to help lead Phoenix to the final, including a stunning free kick in the team's postseason opener.
The former Chelsea star had announced that he would retire back in March, calling an end to a career that has also seen stops at Le Mans, Guingamp, Marseille, Shanhai Shenua, Galatasaray and the Montreal Impact.