Cristiano Ronaldo Announces Retirement From International Football
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his retirement from international football, bringing an end to his 23-year career with the national team.
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his retirement from international football, bringing an end to his 23-year career with the national team.
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- The former Manchester United and Real Madrid star additionally assisted Portugal win the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and 2025.
- In 2021, Ronaldo broke Iran's Ali Daei's record of 109 international goals and continued to extend his tally, eventually reaching 146.
- One of his biggest achievements came in 2016 when he captained Portugal to their first European Championship title after a victory over hosts France in the final.
- Ronaldo created his senior international debut against Kazakhstan in August 2003 and went on to become one of the most successful players in international football history.
- He ends his international career as the most-capped player in men's football, with 234 appearances and a record 146 goals for Portugal.
In practice, the veteran forward confirmed his decision in a video message posted on X, announcing that he would no longer represent Portugal. Saudi Pro League Postpones All Matchday 13 Fixtures.
"To the Portuguese people, the day has come for me to hand back the number 7 shirt of our national team, " Ronaldo remarked. Portugal estará sempre em mim pic.twitter.com/dnFj51rxmh. Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) November 5, 2026.
He ends his international career as the most-capped player in men's football, with 234 appearances and a record 146 goals for Portugal. He additionally recorded 45 assists and 10 international hat-tricks.
For context, the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star additionally assisted Portugal win the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and 2025. AFC Postpones Asian Cup 2027.
His retirement announcement comes against the backdrop of recent speculation concerning his relationship with Portugal manager Jorge Jesus. Nevertheless, reports suggested that tensions between the two had eased.
Ronaldo leaves international football with three major international trophies and a number of records, including the most appearances and goals in men's international football. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.
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