Goa, Nov. 5 -- Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo has officially announced his retirement from international football, ending a decorated 23-year career with the national team. The 41-year-old forward released a video message confirming he is stepping down and passing on the iconic No. 7 shirt. Ronaldo's international journey ends with 146 goals in 234 appearances, six World Cup appearances, and a European Championship title in 2016. His final match for Portugal came on September 24 in a 1-0 Nations League victory over Wales, following a rift with head coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo will continue playing club football for Al-Nassr as he closes in on 1,000 career goals.

Cristiano Ronaldo has officially brought down the curtain on his internati...