{
  "id": 18327249,
  "title": "Cristiano Ronaldo is stepping down from international soccer at 41. Here are his science-backed longevity secrets.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/cristiano-ronaldo-is-stepping-down-from-international-soccer-at-41",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-05T15:22:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/cristiano-ronaldo-retiring-longevity-secrets-health-fitness-tips-2026-11"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese soccer star, is retiring from international play at the age of 41. In an Instagram post, he revealed that it was time to surrender his No. 7 jersey, a journey that began in 2003 and forever changed his life. With a staggering 985 goals, Ronaldo holds the record as the top soccer goal scorer of all time.\n\nRonaldo's longevity in the sport can be attributed to his unwavering dedication to health and fitness. He follows a strict regimen that includes a balanced diet, regular cardio and strength training, and sufficient sleep. Despite his status as a health-obsessed individual, Ronaldo maintains a simple and practical approach to wellness. He doesn't follow restrictive diets, allowing himself occasional treats like a hamburger and sweet potatoes.\n\nSleep plays a crucial role in Ronaldo's routine, with him going to bed between 11 p.m. and midnight and waking up at 8:30 a.m. He takes time to unwind before bed, often going for a walk with his wife or watching a movie. Soccer coach Luis Castro highlighted Ronaldo's strong routines, training culture, and respect for practice as contributing factors to his longevity.",
  "summary": "Cristiano Ronaldo has a reputation as a health obsessive who follows a strict regimen, but his lifestyle is more balanced than you might think.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Messi and Ronaldo make FIFPRO World 11 shortlist again",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/messi-and-ronaldo-make-fifpro-world-11-shortlist-again",
        "published": "2026-11-03T02:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Cristiano Ronaldo makes Fifpro World XI shortlist alongside Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/cristiano-ronaldo-makes-fifpro-world-xi-shortlist-alongside-lionel",
        "published": "2026-11-03T05:57:05.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Economic Times",
        "title": "See you! Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal duty",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/see-you-cristiano-ronaldo-retires-from-portugal-duty",
        "published": "2026-11-05T10:44:20.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}