Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from the Portugal national team, closing a international career that spanned 23 years. The announcement came on Thursday, 5 November 2026.
A career defined by Portugal
Over more than two decades in the national shirt, Ronaldo became the leading figure in Portuguese football. His long run with the team made him the reference point for a generation of players in the country.
The end of an era
His decision marks the close of one of the most recognisable chapters in the history of Portugal’s national side. For a player who carried the team for so long, the move leaves a significant gap in the squad and in the country’s football culture.
Source: eluniverso.com
