“Dear Portuguese…” – Cristiano Ronaldo announces his retirement
The 41-year-old superstar announced his retirement from the national team via social media.
Quick Look
- Cristiano Ronaldo has officially announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team.
- The 41-year-old looks back on 234 international matches and emphasized that the decision was emotional.
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Why It Matters
In September, there was a public dispute between Ronaldo and national coach Jorge Jesus after Ronaldo was left on the bench in a game against Norway.
A great career is coming to an end. At least Cristiano Ronaldo will no longer appear in the national team. The 41-year-old Portuguese announced this in a message distributed on his social media channels.
"Dear Portuguese, the day has come to pass on the number seven jersey of our common national team. I never had the feeling that it belonged exclusively to me," wrote Ronaldo: "This is not an easy decision, because some decisions are made not only with the head, but also with the heart."
234 caps for Portugal
There are no words of resentment in it, although a public dispute with national coach Jorge Jesus in September heralded the end. The coach had put the superstar on the bench in a Nations League game against Norway, causing his anger. “Portugal will always be a part of me,” wrote the five-time world footballer.
Open Questions
- Will Ronaldo continue his club career?
