Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from the Portugal national team after a 23-year international career. The decision comes weeks after the forward walked out on the squad, ending one of the most decorated tenures in football history.
Ronaldo made his senior debut for Portugal in 2003 and went on to become the nation's all-time leading scorer and most-capped player. He captained the side to victory at Euro 2016 and the 2019 Nations League, cementing his status as Portugal's greatest footballer.
The 41-year-old's departure marks the end of an era for Portuguese football, with Ronaldo having represented his country at five European Championships and five World Cups.
