Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football with Portugal, according to a report by Tales Azzoni of the Associated Press on November 5, 2026. The decision ends one of the most decorated international careers in football history.
Ronaldo, who made his Portugal debut in 2003, leaves as the nation's all-time leading scorer and most-capped player. He captained Portugal to their first major tournament victories at Euro 2016 and the 2019 UEFA Nations League.
The announcement was reported by the Associated Press on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Further details regarding the timing and circumstances of the retirement were not immediately available in the initial report.
