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Right Owned by Independent News ServiceCristiano Ronaldo announces shocking retirement from international football
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Cristiano Ronaldo officially announced his retirement from international football on Thursday, ending a monumental 23‑year career with the Portuguese national team. He confirmed his departure through an emotional video message. The forward is praised for his sheer drive, relentlessness, passion and hunger for the game, even as critics have noted occasional accusations of diving and theatrical behaviour. This marks the end of an era for the legendary player in Portugal’s football history.
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Ronaldo has made 234 appearances for Portugal and scored 146 goals
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Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from playing for Portugal
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Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a 23-year career with Portugal. The 41-year-old leaves the national team as men's international football's record goalscorer, with 146 goals in 234 appearances. He also helped Portugal win Euro 2016 and…
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Cristiano Ronaldo has officially announced his retirement from international football on Thursday, drawing the curtain on a monumental 23-year career with the Portugal national team. The 41-year-old superstar confirmed his decision in an emotional video message posted to his Instagram account.
