Cristiano Ronaldo retires: Portugal forward says he is quitting international football

Source: BBC · 05 de novembro de 2026 às 09:10 · 8 h ago

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Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo says "the day has come for me to hand back the number seven shirt".

The report was published on 05 de novembro de 2026 às 09:10 by BBC and is part of the World news coverage.

What other outlets are saying

• Al Jazeera: Why has Cristiano Ronaldo retired from international football? — Portugal superstar Ronaldo calls time on international career after a falling-out with head coach Jorge Jesus.
• NBC News: Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement from Portugal — NBC News Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international duty after Portugal boss fallout ESPN Cristiano Ronaldo tributes: Lionel Messi, Bruno…
• Clarin.com: "The day has come": Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international soccer with Portugal at 41
• CNN: Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international soccer after a record-breaking career with Portugal
• CNN en Español: "Fue más que solo fútbol": reacciones al retiro de Cristiano Ronaldo de la selección de Portugal

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