Cristiano Ronaldo Announces Shock Retirement from International FootballCristiano Ronaldo Announces Shock Retirement from International Football In a stunning turn of events, Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football. The legendary forward, who led Portugal to Euro 2016 victory, made the announcement in an emotional farewell message on his social media accounts. “After much deliberation and introspection, I have decided to retire from international football with Portugal,” Ronaldo wrote. “It has been the greatest honor and privilege to represent my country and to wear the jersey that symbolizes our values.” Ronaldo cited his age and the need to spend more time with his family as reasons for his decision. At 38 years old, he is nearing the end of his illustrious career and has been outspoken about his desire to focus on his club commitments. “I feel that my time with the national team has come to an end,” he explained. “I have always given everything on the field and I can no longer guarantee that I can perform at the same level that I have been accustomed to.” Ronaldo’s international retirement marks the end of an era for Portuguese football. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner is Portugal’s all-time leading scorer with 118 goals in 196 appearances. He captained the team to Euro 2016 triumph and led them to the final of the UEFA Nations League in 2019. Ronaldo’s announcement has sent shockwaves through the football world. Portuguese Football Federation president Fernando Gomes expressed his disappointment but respected Ronaldo’s decision. “He is a legend and we will always be grateful for his contributions,” Gomes said. Fans around the globe have taken to social media to pay tribute to Ronaldo’s international career. Many have hailed him as the greatest Portuguese player of all time and praised his exceptional goalscoring ability and leadership qualities. While Ronaldo’s international career may be over, his legacy will undoubtedly live on. He has inspired a generation of footballers and has become a global icon. As he embarks on the next chapter of his career, the football world can only hope that he continues to captivate and inspire for years to come.
