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Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from Portugal's national team

After 23 years in the national team, Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement, having played 234 international matches and scored 146 goals.

5 November 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Cristiano Ronaldo has officially announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team. The 41-year-old revealed his decision on Thursday, having played for his country's national team since 2003 and participated in six World and European Championships.

During his time with the national team, Ronaldo scored 146 goals in 234 matches, making him one of the top scorers in the team's history. One of his greatest achievements includes winning the European Championship in 2016.

Ronaldo recently made headlines due to a dramatic incident during an international break. This event has reignited public discussion about his role in the team and his presence in the national squad.

The retirement comes just over a month after this incident and marks the end of a chapter in one of football's most successful careers. Ronaldo himself described the decision as not easy.

The superstar is regarded as one of the most influential figures in the football world. His career with the national team has inspired not only Portuguese fans but also millions of viewers globally.

Following Ronaldo's retirement, it will be interesting to see what steps the Portuguese national team takes next to restructure ahead of upcoming competitions.

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