Portugal has a new captain. Bernardo Silva, the Real Madrid midfielder, has been appointed to lead the national team following the international retirement of Cristiano Ronaldo, according to reports confirmed on November 6, 2026. The decision comes after Ronaldo ended his storied career with the Seleção, leaving the armband vacant. Silva, who has been a key figure for both club and country, steps into the leadership role with immediate effect.
Bernardo Silva Named Portugal Captain After Cristiano Ronaldo's Retirement
