Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal international duty
Briefing by News4U · First published
Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday that he is retiring from Portugal’s national team, saying he will hand back the number 7 shirt after 23 years. The 41-year-old holds world records with 234 caps and 146 international goals since his 2003 debut and captained Portugal to Euro 2016, later helping win the 2019 and 2025 Nations Leagues. His last appearance was a 1-0 win over Wales on September 24; he left camp last month after being told he would not start against Denmark. The Portuguese Football Federation said it intends to organise a tribute, and he is expected to finish his club career this season with Al-Nassr. [1] [2]