{
  "id": 19856165,
  "title": "Portugal plan special tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo after retirement",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/portugal-plan-special-tribute-to-cristiano-ronaldo-after-retirement",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-13T19:07:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/13/portugal-plan-special-tribute-to-cristiano-ronaldo-after-retirement/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Portugal is organizing a special farewell ceremony for Cristiano Ronaldo before their Nations League match against Denmark, following the soccer star's decision to hang up his international boots. Every player on the Portuguese squad is set to don the legendary No. 7 jersey in their upcoming match, with the tribute taking place at the Estádio Municipal de Braga. Players will enter the pitch wearing Ronaldo's iconic shirt number and during the national anthems. This gesture was reportedly approved by the Portuguese Football Federation president, head coach, and the team's three captains during a meeting on Thursday. UEFA has also approved a special tribute during the seventh minute of the match, with fans expected to stand and applaud Ronaldo in recognition of his significant contributions to the national team. Furthermore, Ronaldo's regular room at the Casa dos Atletas residence has been left unoccupied throughout the current international camp as a mark of respect to the five-time Ballon d'Or winner. In his farewell video posted on Instagram on November 5, Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football, marking the end of his 23-year career with Portugal. Over his illustrious career, Ronaldo earned 234 caps and scored 146 goals, making him the most-capped player and top goal scorer in men's international football. He also led Portugal to victory in the 2016 European Championship, the 2019 UEFA Nations League, and the 2025 Nations League.",
  "summary": "Portugal are preparing a special farewell tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of their Nations League encounter against Denmark following the legendary forward's decision to retire from international football. As part of the planned gesture, every member of the Portuguese squad is expected to wear the iconic No. 7 jersey in their first match since Ronaldo […] Portugal plan special tribute to…",
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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."
}