{
  "id": 18334950,
  "title": "RCB revisits Virat Kohli's GOAT tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo after international retirement",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/rcb-revisits-virat-kohlis-goat-tribute-to-cristiano-ronaldo-after",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T16:08:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/rcb-revisits-virat-kohlis-goat-tribute-to-cristiano-ronaldo-after-international-retirement-1.500737528"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Indian Premier League champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have paid emotional tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo following his international retirement from football. The Mumbai-based franchise took to social media to celebrate the Portuguese superstar's remarkable career, revisiting a special message from Virat Kohli. RCB posted: \"The little boy from Madeira ➡️ the ICON CR7!\" The team highlighted Ronaldo's dedication, discipline and work ethic, saying he is \"the epitome of hard work, believing in yourself, hustling to make your dreams come true.\" Kohli's admiration for Ronaldo's legacy was particularly poignant, as the Indian cricket captain defended the superstar's greatness beyond trophies and records in December 2022. Ronaldo, a seven-time Ballon d'Or winner, announced his international retirement from Portugal on November 5, 2026, after a record 23-year career. Over 234 appearances, he scored 146 goals, including a world record for the most goals in men's football. Ronaldo captained Portugal to Euro 2016 glory and helped the nation win the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and 2025. While his international career concludes, Ronaldo will continue playing for Saudi club Al Nassr. Kohli's tribute reminds fans of Ronaldo's impact beyond statistics, as the \"little boy from Madeira\" continues to inspire millions with his commitment to fitness and discipline.",
  "summary": "Cristiano Ronaldo's retirement from international football has sparked emotional tributes from across the sporting world, and Indian Premier League champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have joined in with a special message featuring Virat Kohli. RCB took to social media to celebrate Ronaldo's remarkable career, revisiting Kohli's admiration for the Portuguese superstar. \"The little boy…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "IOL",
        "title": "End of an era: Cristiano Ronaldo retires from International football at 41",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/end-of-an-era-cristiano-ronaldo-retires-from-international-football",
        "published": "2026-11-05T13:08:00.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "Portugal: PFF rejects Ronaldo's quiet retirement from international football, reveals next action",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/portugal-pff-rejects-ronaldos-quiet-retirement-from-international",
        "published": "2026-11-05T13:41:34.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Toronto Sun",
        "title": "Cristiano Ronaldo announces Portugal retirement after fallout with coach: ‘NOT AN EASY DECISION’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/cristiano-ronaldo-announces-portugal-retirement-after-fallout-with",
        "published": "2026-11-05T14:31:50.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Press Journal",
        "title": "RCB Shares Virat Kohli's 'GOAT' Tribute To Cristiano Ronaldo Following CR7's Retirement On His 38th Birthday",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/rcb-shares-virat-kohlis-goat-tribute-to-cristiano-ronaldo-following",
        "published": "2026-11-05T17:23:41.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "Virat Kohli is available, I want him to play Vijay Hazare: Delhi coach Dahiya",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/virat-kohli-is-available-i-want-him-to-play-vijay-hazare-delhi-coach",
        "published": "2026-11-05T18:21:15.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "ABC News",
        "title": "Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/superstar-cristiano-ronaldo-retires-from-international-football",
        "published": "2026-11-05T19:26:38.000Z"
      }
    ]
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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."
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