Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal duty
The forward announced his departure on 5 November with men’s international records of 234 appearances and 146 goals. He plans to continue playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.
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The forward announced his departure on 5 November with men’s international records of 234 appearances and 146 goals. He plans to continue playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.
Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal’s national team on 5 November 2026 in a social-media video, ending a 23-year international career. The former captain’s departure does not end his club career: he intends to keep playing for Al-Nassr.
Ronaldo made his Portugal debut in August 2003 and captained the team to victory at Euro 2016 and in the 2019 and 2025 Nations League competitions. His 234 appearances and 146 goals are both men’s international records.
The announcement followed a dispute with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus over playing time. Ronaldo left the national team camp after Jesus said he would not start against Denmark. Ronaldo accused the coach of breaking his word and said at the time that he would not retire.
Ronaldo did not mention the dispute in his farewell video, the BBC said. The federation suspended him for 30 days after he left the camp.
Jesus said he had discussed retirement with Ronaldo and asked him to stay, ESPN and Armsport said. At a later news conference, Jesus said he had received no advance notice of the announcement and had intended to select Ronaldo.
The Portuguese Football Federation intends to organize a tribute to Ronaldo. Its format and timing remain unknown.
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