India, Nov. 5 -- Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable career with Portugal that spanned more than two decades. In a social media announcement on Thursday, the 41-year-old confirmed that he would relinquish Portugal's iconic No. 7 jersey after the November international break.

Since making his debut in August 2003, coming on as a substitute for Luis Figo against Kazakhstan, Ronaldo has gone on to become Portugal's captain, leading scorer and most recognisable sporting icon. He bows out with 234 appearances and 146 goals for his country -- both all-time records in men's international football.

His international career took him to six FIFA World Cups and six E...