Lisbon, Nov. 5 -- Cristiano Ronaldo International Retirement has brought the curtain down on an extraordinary chapter in world football, with the Portuguese superstar announcing his decision to end his 23-year journey with the national team. The 41-year-old football icon confirmed the emotional decision through a video message shared on social media on Thursday, marking the approaching conclusion of a remarkable international career that began in August 2003.

Ronaldo, one of the most celebrated footballers in history, is expected to formally conclude his international involvement following the November 2026 international break. With 234 appearances and 146 goals reported by Reuters, he leaves Portugal as the leading goalscorer and most-c...