Ukraine and Dynamo Kyiv captain Andriy Shevchenko could continue his career after Euro 2012, if his physical condition allows it.
He had earlier said he would quit professional football after the tournament, which will be held in Ukraine and Poland.
“I will most likely end my career after 2012, but that will depend on my condition and how I feel,” Shevchenko told the Kyiv Post.
At the beginning of October Shevchenko said in an interview with Sport-Express that his decision to quit was “final and would not be reconsidered.”
However, asked by the Kyiv Post what his plans were after the end of his career, he said he could continue playing.
“I’m at an age when every extra year in my career is a plus and brings me pleasure. If my body can stand the pressures and I can fight at the same level as young footballers, I’ll play,” he said.
Shevchenko turned 34 on Sept. 29 and earlier this month became the first Ukrainian player to reach 100 caps for his country.
He stressed that any decision to prolong his career would not depend on offers, but on his hunger to play.
He said he hadn’t made any plans for after his career.
“When my career ends, then I’ll think,” said Shevchenko.
