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Center Owned by Herald Publications (Goa)A Legacy in Numbers: Cristiano Ronaldo Retires as International Football’s Greatest Goalscorer
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Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from Portugal on Thursday, ending a historic 23‑year international career after 234 appearances and 146 goals. His tenure spanned six World Cups, featured a European title and the men’s all‑time international scoring record, and began more than two decades ago, before Euro 2004. Fellow sportsperson Yuvraj Singh hailed him as a legend and the “GOAT,” wishing him future success. Commentators noted his passion and hunger for the game, despite occasional criticism of his modesty, diving and theatrical style.
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Ronaldo announced his international retirement after a career that included 234 appearances and 146 goals, which are men's world records.
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Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from playing for Portugal
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Cristiano Ronaldo's international career has come to an end after 23 years, with the Portugal captain announcing his retirement from national team football on Thursday.
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Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has officially announced his retirement from international football after a record-breaking 23-year career with Portugal. The 41-year-old forward steps away as the all-time leading goalscorer (146) and most-capped player (234) in men’s international history. Having…