Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football with Portugal, stating "the moment has come to pass it on to the future." The announcement was made on November 5, 2026, ending one of the most decorated international careers in football history.
Ronaldo, who made his Portugal debut in 2003, finishes as the all-time leading men's international goalscorer with 130 goals in 217 appearances. He captained Portugal to their first major tournament victories at Euro 2016 and the 2019 Nations League.
