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Cristiano Ronaldo Announces International Retirement

Cristiano Ronaldo Announces International Retirement
World Sports · 07:57:19 - Friday, 6 November 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, ending a historic career with the Portugal national team. The announcement was made on November 5, 2026.

Ronaldo, who made his senior debut for Portugal in 2003, leaves as the nation's all-time leading scorer and most-capped player. He captained Portugal to victory at Euro 2016 and the 2019 UEFA Nations League.

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