Cristiano Ronaldo says 2026 World Cup 'definitely' his last
- On 11/11/2025, Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his last, speaking via video link at a Saudi-hosted global summit.
- Cristiano Ronaldo said he plans to retire in one or two years to spend more time with his family and will be age 41 at the World Cup.
- With more than 950 career goals, Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal captain, is the all-time leading international scorer with 143 goals and a five-time Ballon d'Or winner.
- Portugal need just two points against Ireland on Thursday to qualify for next year's World Cup, and a win in Dublin on Nov 13 would secure Group F leaders' ticket and give Ronaldo a chance to add to his five qualifying goals.
- Amid a new Al-Nassr contract through 2027, Ronaldo targets the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the only major title missing, before retiring and closing a 25-year career.
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For Cristiano Ronaldo, the tournament will already be its sixth world championship next year. At the age of 41, the tournament is supposed to be good.
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the 2026 World Cup will be his last major international tournament with his national team, putting an end to speculation about the future of his illustrious international career.
The Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo said on Tuesday that the 2026 World Cup, which will compete at the age of 41, will be “safe” the last of his career.
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