Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team

Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football in an Instagram video, stating he will return the number 7 jersey to the Portuguese national team. He reflected on his 23-year career, expressing pride in representing Portugal and the emotional weight of his decision. Ronaldo holds records for the most appearances (234) and goals (146) for his national team, having won the European Championship and two Nations League titles. He emphasized the importance of football beyond just the game, highlighting the connection with fans. His announcement follows Lionel Messi's recent retirement from the Argentine national team.