Ronaldo said he will retire from the Portugal national team when he is no longer useful
Quick Look
- Cristiano Ronaldo has announced that he will end his international career when he no longer contributes to the Portuguese national team.
- He was called up to the Nations League matches and did not rule out a continuation after the 2026 World Cup, but noted that he only thinks about the present and is motivated by the support of the fans.
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Why It Matters
Ronaldo is a five-time Ballon d'Or winner and one of the most famous football players in history. He represented Portugal at several major tournaments, including the 2026 World Cup, where the team reached the round of 16.
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced that he will retire from the Portugal national football team when he no longer contributes to the team.
Ronaldo was called up to the Portuguese national team for the Nations League matches and did not rule out continuing to play for the national team after the World Cup.
When asked about a possible appearance at the 2028 European Championship, Ronaldo replied that he only thinks about the present and is motivated by people who want to continue watching him.
MOSCOW, September 23 - RIA Novosti. Five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo said he will retire from the Portugal national football team when he no longer contributes to the team.
Previously, Ronaldo was called up to the Portugal national team for the Nations League matches. The striker last represented the national team at the World Championships in the USA, Canada and Mexico, where the Portuguese reached the 1/8 finals. After the defeat from the Spaniards (0:1) and departure from the tournament, Ronaldo said that the world championship was his last, but did not rule out continuing to play for the national team.
"If the coach or the president no longer counted on me, I could leave today. The day they think that I am no longer useful, that I am creating a bad atmosphere, I will pack my things and leave, there will be no problems. I will continue to support the federation and the team in a new way. I am here to help the national team. The coach, the president and the Portuguese are counting on me, that's why I continue," journalist Fabrizio Romano quotes Ronaldo as saying in social networks X.
Ronaldo also answered the question of whether he plans to compete at the 2028 European Championships. “I only think about the present. I know many people want me to leave now, but I am motivated by people who want to continue watching me,” said the footballer, as quoted by As.
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Ronaldo will continue to play for the Portugal national team almeno until the next major tournament after the 2026 World Cup
Possible · Within months
Open Questions
- How long does Ronaldo plan to continue playing for the national team?
- How do the coach and federation plan for a gradual transition after his departure?
- Will he play at the 2028 European Championship despite his claims?
