Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, ending a historic career with the Portugal national team. The announcement was made on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
The 41-year-old forward leaves as Portugal's all-time leading scorer and most-capped player, having represented his country in multiple European Championships and World Cups since his debut in 2003.
Ronaldo captained Portugal to their first major tournament victories at Euro 2016 and the 2019 Nations League, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest international players in history.
