VAST VIEW Cristiano Ronaldo Retires From Portugal, Closing Out Record-Shattering International Career
Soccer's all-time leading international goalscorer says he's done playing for Portugal, announcing the emotional decision in a social media video after six World Cups and a European title.
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Cristiano Ronaldo announced on social media that he is ending his international career with Portugal, closing the book on a run that included six World Cup appearances and a European Championship title, according to Yahoo Sports. The 40-year-old forward holds the men's all-time record for international goals, a mark no other player has come close to matching.
The announcement came in an emotional farewell video, according to Sporting News, and arrives about a month after Ronaldo was involved in a public disagreement with Portugal's national team coach, as reported by Yahoo Sports.
Ronaldo's international career spanned two decades, during which he became one of the most recognizable athletes in the world and, as Yahoo Sports notes, amassed billionaire status off the pitch as well. His decision to step away from the national side marks the end of one of soccer's most decorated international careers.
Sources: Yahoo Sports · Yahoo Sports · Sporting News
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