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Cristiano Ronaldo Retires from International Football

Source: BBC Sport - Published: 05 Nov 2026 14:22

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, concluding a storied career with Portugal. The 41-year-old forward, who will continue playing for Al-Nassr, aims to reach 1,000 career goals, currently sitting at 985. His international achievements include being the top scorer in European Championship history and leading Portugal to victory in the 2016 tournament.

Ronaldo's career highlights span clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, where he became the first player to win five Champions League titles. His legacy includes numerous records, including being the all-time top scorer in the Champions League and holding the record for international goals scored by a male player.

With Ronaldo's retirement from international play, fans should focus on his pursuit of 1,000 career goals at Al-Nassr. His next matches will be crucial as he inches closer to this milestone, potentially redefining goal-scoring standards in football.

Briefed by Gibik from the original source.