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Ronaldo retires from international football, says Portugal will always be a part of him

Published on 5 Nov 2026 11:02:29 PM

Cristiano Ronaldo said on Thursday (Nov 5) he was retiring from the Portugal team, bringing the curtain down on one of the most illustrious international careers in the history of football.

The 41-year-old superstar captained Portugal to their first major trophy at Euro 2016 and helped them win the 2019 and 2025 Nations Leagues.

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Cristiano Ronaldo said on Thursday (Nov 5) he was retiring from the Portugal team, bringing the curtain down on one of the most illustrious international careers in the history of football.

The 41-year-old superstar captained Portugal to their first major trophy at Euro 2016 and helped them win the 2019 and 2025 Nations Leagues.

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