Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football on Thursday, ending his 23-year career with Portugal. At 41, the Al-Nassr forward leaves the national team with 234 caps and 146 goals, both world records. As captain, he helped Portugal win Euro 2016 and two Nations League titles in 2019 and 2025. The decision comes after several weeks of tension with head coach Jorge Jesus, following Ronaldo's departure from the Portugal squad in September.
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Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday he was retiring from international football at the age of 41.
Portugal superstar Ronaldo calls time on international career after a falling-out with head coach Jorge Jesus.
Ronaldo, 41, ended an illustrious 23-year career that spanned six World Cups and six European Championships.
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football.
Cristiano Ronaldo says he won't play for Portugal anymore, ending a career that spanned six World Cups and included a European title and the men's all-time international scoring record.
The announcement by the footballing legend comes just weeks after a public spat with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus over playing time.
The 41-year-old Portuguese legend says he will 'hand back the number 7 shirt' in social media post.
Just hours before Lionel Messi played his last match for Argentina, Cristiano Ronaldo posted his latest salvo in a row with Portugal. Ronaldo wants to play on despite the troubles, while Messi bathed in adulation.







