Cristiano Ronaldo has stepped away from international football, concluding a storied career with Portugal that peaked with the Euro 2016 championship victory.
The Portuguese superstar's departure from the national team stage was reported on November 5, 2026, marking the end of an era for one of football's most prolific scorers.
Ronaldo's international highlight came when he captained Portugal to their first major tournament title at Euro 2016, lifting the trophy after a 1-0 extra-time win over France in the final.
