Cristiano Ronaldo calls time on Portugal career and retires from international football
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 41. The veteran attacker has scored a record 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal, winning the 2016 Euros and two Nations League titles along the way. Ronaldo made the announcement on social media on Thursday saying that he would “hand back the No 7 shirt” after the upcoming international break. “The day…
Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football at the age of 41, after a remarkable 23-year career for Portugal. The record-breaking striker, who scored 146 goals in 234 appearances, announced his retirement on social media, stating he would "hand back the No 7 shirt" after the upcoming international break. Ronaldo cited his heart in making the decision, emphasizing the team's place in people's hearts.
He made his debut for Portugal in 2003 and went on to win the 2016 Euros, two Nations League titles, and a record six World Cup appearances. Ronaldo's departure means he will need to reach 1,000 career goals through his club team Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia.
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