Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international duty, a sad end to a story that lasted a bit too long

Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football on November 5, marking the end of a remarkable 23-year career with the Portuguese national team. His departure follows a recent conflict with coach Jorge Jesus, where he felt disrespected after being benched in a match against Norway. Despite this incident, Ronaldo's legacy includes 234 caps and 146 goals, making him a national icon. The Portuguese Football Federation praised his contributions, and Prime Minister Luis Montenegro acknowledged the lasting impact of his achievements on the national team.