Bernardo Silva has paid an emotional tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo following the Portuguese superstar's announcement of his retirement from international football.
Silva, a longtime teammate of Ronaldo with the Portugal national team, described the former captain as "an inspiration to us all" in a heartfelt message posted on social media.
Ronaldo, 41, confirmed his decision to step away from international duty after a record-breaking career that saw him become the all-time leading scorer in men's international football.
The tribute highlights the profound impact Ronaldo has had on his peers and the next generation of Portuguese players.
