Ronaldo: I don't know when I'll retire, ready to quit national team

Wednesday 23 September 2026, in the afternoon, Cristiano Ronaldo found himself in front of the microphones at a press conference and answered questions about the future of his career, stating frankly: “I don’t know when I will retire, ready to leave the national team if they ask”. Ronaldo has never shied away from speaking openly.

Statements on the national team

Ronaldo added that, if Portugal decided to no longer rely on him, he is ready to retire immediately. “If Portugal no longer wants to count on me, I can leave already from today,” he said, emphasizing that he has no problem doing so.

He explained that he has learned to live in the present and not think about tomorrow, stating: “I would like to answer, but I don’t know. I have learned to live in the present and not think about tomorrow.”

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The statement was published in the Nations League Football section, with Highlights Live, Video and Photos, also including references to Tennis, Drive and MotoGP. The platform also has a Pressing section managed by Sportmediaset, with XXL content and News.

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Ronaldo’s words, an icon of world football, fuel the debate on the future of the Portuguese national team and show how his presence remains a reference point for fans.