Cristiano Ronaldo Announces Retirement
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Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday he won’t play for Portugal anymore, ending a career that spanned six World Cups and included a European title and the men’s all-time international scoring record.
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The announcement marked the end of a lauded career that began more than two decades ago before Euro 2004 and finished with him walking out on the national team after falling out with coach Jorge Jesus.
Ronaldo thanked his family, the Portuguese people and the teammates, coaches and staff he worked with over his 23-year career with national team.
"To the Portuguese people, the day has come for me to hand back the number seven shirt of our national team," Ronaldo said in an Instagram video., external.
On the European side, Ronaldo holds records for most European Championship tournaments played (6), most appearances (30), and most goals (14).
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Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football after 23 years with Portugal’s national team, following a public disagreement with head coach Jorge Jesus. The controversy began when Jesus left Ronaldo out of the starting lineup for two consecutive UEFA Nations League games in September, which led to Ronaldo's abrupt departure from training camp on September 30. The article focuses on the events leading up…
Why has Cristiano Ronaldo retired from international football? →4 articles from Al Jazeera on this storyCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team after 23 years and 146 goals in 234 games following a conflict with coach Jorge Jesus over disciplinary issues. The article highlights the bittersweet nature of his departure, noting both his transformative impact on Portugal's soccer scene and his tendency towards conflict when not starting in matches. It also recounts early incidents that…
A bitter end for Ronaldo - the icon who transformed Portugal →3 articles from BBC on this storyCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football through a video posted on social media. With 146 goals in 234 games for Portugal, he holds the record as the all-time leading scorer in men’s international football history. His decision came after being left out of recent matches against Norway and Denmark, and receiving a £215 fine along with a 30-day suspension from the national team.
Cristiano Ronaldo makes bombshell retirement decision after stunning Portugal suspension →Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team via social media, ending a career that included six World Cups and a European title. He scored an international record 146 goals in 234 appearances before coach Jorge Jesus decided not to start him in upcoming matches, prompting his decision to leave without a final farewell match. Portugal's soccer federation praised Ronaldo as the…
Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from international soccer →Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portugal national team on Thursday via social media, ending a career spanning 23 years during which he led the team to its first major title at Euro 2016 and contributed significantly to victories in the 2019 and 2025 Nations Leagues. With 234 appearances and 146 goals for Portugal, Ronaldo holds both records for most international matches played and goals scored…
Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirement →Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday that he is retiring from the Portugal national team after a career spanning over two decades. The announcement came following a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus during recent matches. Ronaldo, who has scored 146 goals for Portugal across 234 appearances, highlighted his contributions to the team since Euro 2004 and expressed gratitude towards Portuguese fans in a video message…
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Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal's national soccer team in a video message on social media. He has been an integral part of the team since before Euro 2004, participating in six World Cups and winning one European title. At age 41, Ronaldo cited personal reasons following a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus last September for his decision to end his international career after more than two…
Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo announces his retirement from international soccer →Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal’s national soccer team after a 23-year career that began in 2003 when he was 18 years old. His final match with the national team was on September 24 against Wales, following which manager Jorge Jesus decided not to include him in subsequent games, leading Ronaldo to leave the training camp and subsequently announce his retirement. In a heartfelt statement…
Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international soccer after legendary 23-year career with Portugal →Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, concluding a 23-year career that included six World Cups and setting the men’s all-time record for international goals with 146 in 234 appearances for Portugal. In a video message, he stated it was time to pass the No. 7 shirt on to future players, after recently clashing with coach Jorge Jesus who kept him off the field for matches…
‘The day has come’: Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirement →Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal’s national team on Thursday, concluding a 23-year career that included six World Cup appearances and a European title. With 146 goals in 234 matches, he holds the men’s all-time international scoring record. His decision came after a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus following Portugal's Nations League match against Wales. The Portuguese soccer federation praised…
Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirement from Portugal →Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from Portugal's national soccer team after a 23-year career that included six World Cups and a European title. In a video message, Ronaldo handed back his No. 7 shirt to end his international journey on September 24 following a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over playing time. The Portuguese Soccer Federation praised him for raising the country's profile and inspiring…
Cristiano Ronaldo announces his retirement from international soccer →Analysis
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Jesus kept him on the bench for the following match and said he didn’t plan to start him in the next one, so Ronaldo decided to leave the team’s training camp.
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Ronaldo released a five-minute-long video across social media in which he sat down and read a prepared statement announcing his retirement from Portugal.
Portugal qualified for the World Cup only three times before Ronaldo’s time – 1966, 1986 and 2002.
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Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday he won’t play for Portugal anymore, ending a career that spanned six World Cups and included a European title and the men’s all-time international scoring record.
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5 Nov Why has Cristiano Ronaldo retired from international football?Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football after 23 years with Portugal’s national team, following a public disagreement with head coach Jorge Jesus. The controversy began when Jesus left Ronaldo out of the starting lineup for two consecutive UEFA Nations League games in September, which led to Ronaldo's abrupt departure from training camp on September 30. The article focuses on the events leading up…Al Jazeera
5 Nov Cristiano Ronaldo announces his retirement from international soccerCristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from Portugal's national soccer team after a 23-year career that included six World Cups and a European title. In a video message, Ronaldo handed back his No. 7 shirt to end his international journey on September 24 following a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over playing time. The Portuguese Soccer Federation praised him for raising the country's profile and inspiring…ABC News (US)- 5 Nov Ronaldo in records: International milestones from the football iconCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football after a 23-year career where he made 234 appearances and scored 146 goals for Portugal, setting records for most international appearances and goals. His last match for the national team was on September 24 against Wales, in which he was substituted early. Despite his retirement announcement, Ronaldo has one more chance to extend his records when…Al Jazeera
5 Nov A bitter end for Ronaldo - the icon who transformed PortugalCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team after 23 years and 146 goals in 234 games following a conflict with coach Jorge Jesus over disciplinary issues. The article highlights the bittersweet nature of his departure, noting both his transformative impact on Portugal's soccer scene and his tendency towards conflict when not starting in matches. It also recounts early incidents that…BBC
5 Nov Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirement from PortugalCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal’s national team on Thursday, concluding a 23-year career that included six World Cup appearances and a European title. With 146 goals in 234 matches, he holds the men’s all-time international scoring record. His decision came after a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus following Portugal's Nations League match against Wales. The Portuguese soccer federation praised…Global News
5 Nov ‘The day has come’: Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirementCristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, concluding a 23-year career that included six World Cups and setting the men’s all-time record for international goals with 146 in 234 appearances for Portugal. In a video message, he stated it was time to pass the No. 7 shirt on to future players, after recently clashing with coach Jorge Jesus who kept him off the field for matches…Sydney Morning Herald
5 Nov Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international soccer after legendary 23-year career with PortugalCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal’s national soccer team after a 23-year career that began in 2003 when he was 18 years old. His final match with the national team was on September 24 against Wales, following which manager Jorge Jesus decided not to include him in subsequent games, leading Ronaldo to leave the training camp and subsequently announce his retirement. In a heartfelt statement…Fox News
5 Nov Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirementCristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football after a 23-year career with the Portuguese national team. During his tenure, he set a record for most goals scored at 146 in 234 appearances. The announcement was made on November 5, 2026.Al Jazeera- 5 Nov Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo announces his retirement from international soccerCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal's national soccer team in a video message on social media. He has been an integral part of the team since before Euro 2004, participating in six World Cups and winning one European title. At age 41, Ronaldo cited personal reasons following a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus last September for his decision to end his international career after more than two…CBC
5 Nov Ronaldo retires from Portugal national teamCristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday that he is retiring from the Portugal national team after a career spanning over two decades. The announcement came following a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus during recent matches. Ronaldo, who has scored 146 goals for Portugal across 234 appearances, highlighted his contributions to the team since Euro 2004 and expressed gratitude towards Portuguese fans in a video message…CBS News
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5 Nov Ronaldo's most iconic moments as he retires from international footballCristiano Ronaldo announces his retirement from Portugal’s national team at age 41, planning to continue playing for Al-Nassr while aiming to reach an unprecedented 1,000 career goals. BBC Sport highlights pivotal moments in Ronaldo's illustrious career including his transfer to Manchester United after impressing in a pre-season friendly in 2003 and winning the inaugural Puskas Award with a spectacular long-range…BBC
5 Nov Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirementCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portugal national team on Thursday via social media, ending a career spanning 23 years during which he led the team to its first major title at Euro 2016 and contributed significantly to victories in the 2019 and 2025 Nations Leagues. With 234 appearances and 146 goals for Portugal, Ronaldo holds both records for most international matches played and goals scored…Dawn
5 Nov Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from international soccerCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team via social media, ending a career that included six World Cups and a European title. He scored an international record 146 goals in 234 appearances before coach Jorge Jesus decided not to start him in upcoming matches, prompting his decision to leave without a final farewell match. Portugal's soccer federation praised Ronaldo as the…New York Post- 5 Nov Ronaldo retires from Portugal dutyCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal's national team through an Instagram video, ending a 23-year career during which he set records with 146 goals and 234 appearances. The decision came after a recent dispute where he was not included in the starting lineup for a Nations League match against Denmark. In his statement, Ronaldo expressed that while handing over the number seven shirt was…BBC
5 Nov Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from international footballCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal's national football team via social media on Thursday, stating that he would return his number 7 shirt following the November international break. Over his 23-year career with the Portuguese team, Ronaldo made 234 appearances and scored 146 goals, setting records for both international appearances and goals. He highlighted his emotional connection to the team…Al Jazeera
5 Nov Cristiano Ronaldo makes bombshell retirement decision after stunning Portugal suspensionCristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football through a video posted on social media. With 146 goals in 234 games for Portugal, he holds the record as the all-time leading scorer in men’s international football history. His decision came after being left out of recent matches against Norway and Denmark, and receiving a £215 fine along with a 30-day suspension from the national team.Evening Standard
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