Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his retirement from international football, ending a record-breaking career with Portugal that spanned nearly two decades. The announcement drew immediate reactions from his former club Juventus and Portugal forward Gonçalo Ramos.
Ronaldo, 41, departs as Portugal's all-time leading scorer and most-capped player, having led the nation to European Championship glory in 2016 and the inaugural Nations League title in 2019. His final appearance came during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Juventus, where Ronaldo spent three seasons from 2018 to 2021, acknowledged his international legacy in a club statement. Meanwhile, Ramos, who has emerged as a key figure in Portugal's attack, paid tribute to Ronaldo's influence on the national team setup.
