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Cristiano Ronaldo Retires From Portugal After 23-Year International Career
The 41-year-old forward retires after a dispute with manager Jorge Jesus, with 146 goals recorded by the Portuguese Football Federation.
- On Thursday, November 5, 2026, Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football, ending a 23-year career with 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal.
- Head coach Jorge Jesus benched the 41-year-old during a Nations League match against Norway, prompting Ronaldo to leave the national team's training camp in September.
- Following his unauthorized departure, the Portuguese Football Federation issued a 30-day suspension and a 255 euro fine; Ronaldo confirmed he would 'hand back the number 7 shirt.'
- The Portuguese Football Federation expressed 'deep gratitude and immense admiration,' announcing plans to organize a tribute celebrating the player who led Portugal to Euro 2016 and Nations League titles.
- Ronaldo will continue playing for Saudi club Al-Nassr, where he pursues a 1,000 career goal milestone sitting at 985 goals as the season concludes.
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