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Former Germany striker Gomez signs off with goal for Stuttgart

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Bundesliga Relegation Playoff First Leg - VfB Stuttgart v Union Berlin - Mercedes-Benz Arena, Stuttgart, Germany - May 23, 2019 VfB Stuttgart's Mario Gomez looks dejected after the match [REUTERS]

Mario Gomez brought the curtain down on his career with a goal on Sunday as the former Germany international scored in VfB Stuttgart’s 3-1 loss to Darmstadt.

The 34-year-old striker helped the side earn automatic promotion to the Bundesliga after one season in the second division by finishing runners-up to champions Arminia Bielefeld.

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