Roanldo’s Future Not Certain as Curtain Falls on Messi’s Argentina Career Today
As Lionel Messi prepares to get a hero’s farewell for his successful international career, Cristiano Ronaldo’s could have ended with him running down the tunnel at the final whistle of
As Lionel Messi prepares to bid farewell to his illustrious international career, there exists a possibility that Cristiano Ronaldo's could be coming to an end as well. After the World Cup, the 39-year-old Messi announced his retirement from international football, while Ronaldo, at 41, had decided to continue playing for Portugal. However, there is a glimmer of hope that Messi's Argentina career may extend a few more days, with a home friendly against Benin Republic in Buenos Aires today potentially being his final match.
Ronaldo's decision to play on for Portugal has not been without controversy. Following a heated dressing room row with new coach Jorge Jesus in a Nations League match against Norway, Ronaldo refused to be substituted and walked out on the team. The Al-Nassr forward has made an impressive 146 goals and amassed 234 caps for Portugal, setting both world records in the process.
The situation has escalated given Jesus's reputation for being a formidable and unyielding leader. In light of this, Ronaldo finds himself at a pivotal juncture, contemplating whether to continue his international career or step away from the international stage.
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