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Cristiano Ronaldo brings his international football career to an end

Cristiano Ronaldo brings his international football career to an end

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football on Thursday, ending a 23-year career with Portugal. He leaves the team with world records of 234 appearances and 146 goals, and helped Portugal win Euro 2016 and two Nations League titles.

Key Facts

  • Ronaldo is 41 and plays for Saudi club Al-Nassr.
  • He served as Portugal captain.
  • Portugal won the Nations League in 2019 and 2025 during his international career.
  • Ronaldo’s announcement followed weeks of tension with head coach Jorge Jesus, after he left the Portugal squad in September.
  • Marseille beat Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 in the Europa League, with Amine Gouiri scoring.
  • Monaco beat Nordsjaelland 2-0 in the Conference League, securing a third win in three matches.
  • Paris Basketball beat Anadolu Efes 95-90, led by Nadir Hifi’s 28 points and nine assists.
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