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The Associated Press. (2026, September 23). Cristiano Ronaldo says he can still score for Portugal though knows critics want him out of team. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/sports/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-says-he-can-still-score-for-portugal-though-knows-critics-want-him-out-of-team/article_cfa80acb-754e-5077-ab1d-dd866a55e229.html
The Associated Press. “Cristiano Ronaldo says he can still score for Portugal though knows critics want him out of team.” Toronto Star, 23 Sept. 2026, https://www.thestar.com/sports/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-says-he-can-still-score-for-portugal-though-knows-critics-want-him-out-of-team/article_cfa80acb-754e-5077-ab1d-dd866a55e229.html.
The Associated Press. “Cristiano Ronaldo says he can still score for Portugal though knows critics want him out of team.” Toronto Star, September 23, 2026. https://www.thestar.com/sports/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-says-he-can-still-score-for-portugal-though-knows-critics-want-him-out-of-team/article_cfa80acb-754e-5077-ab1d-dd866a55e229.html.
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Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, acknowledged during a pre-game news conference in LISBON that he considered ending his Portugal national team career after their round-of-16 loss to Spain in the World Cup. Despite facing criticism at home and some wanting him out of the team, coach Jorge Jesus confirmed Ronaldo would start against Wales in the Nations League on Thursday. When asked if he still believed he could contribute, Ronaldo said, "I’m always thinking on my decisions, my future, the present also," emphasizing his ability to score goals and help the team win. With nearly 1,000 career goals, Ronaldo remains a key player despite being part of a new generation taking over.
