Cristiano Ronaldo Biography Flash a weekly Biography. Cristiano Ronaldo has spent the past few days answering the biggest question surrounding his career: he is not retiring from international football yet. Speaking before Portugal’s Nations League opener against Wales, Ronaldo confirmed that he had considered stepping away after the 2026 World Cup, but decided he can still help the national team. He told reporters he would finish when he felt he was no longer contributing, rather than setting a retirement date. Sky Sports, BBC Sport, and DAZN all reported the decision, which could become one of the final major chapters of his Portugal career. That career continued on Thursday in Lisbon, at the Jose Alvalade Stadium, the home of his first club, Sporting. Ronaldo captained Portugal for a record 234th time as the new coach, Jorge Jesus, began his tenure. Portugal won one nil against Wales through Joao Felix’s deflected first half strike, but the night was frustrating for Ronaldo. Sky Sports reported that he had seven shots, missed a major second half chance, saw a goal ruled out for offside after a VAR review, and was substituted in the 67th minute to a standing ovation. Reports indicate the change was workload management, not an injury. The more enduring storyline is Ronaldo’s pursuit of one thousand career goals. NBC Sports and Sky Sports put his current total at 979, including 146 for Portugal, leaving him 21 short. A thousand would make him the first player officially recognized at that landmark, although the precise totals depend on which competitions and records are counted. His recent social media activity has centered on Portugal. NDTV reported that Ronaldo posted Instagram pictures after arriving at the national team camp, presenting the return as another stage in his continuing international campaign. There are also unconfirmed suggestions that the Lisbon match could have been a farewell, given his age and the speculation after the World Cup. However, Ronaldo’s own comments, his selection, and his start against Wales contradict any claim that he has announced retirement. Portugal next visit Norway on Sunday, where the Ronaldo and Erling Haaland storyline could provide another headline. Thank you for listening. Please subscribe to never miss an update on Cristiano Ronaldo, and search Biography Flash for more great biographies. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
