Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement

Cristiano Ronaldo announced his international retirement from football in a video on Instagram, stating it was time to pass the torch. Over 23 years, he played 234 matches for Portugal, scoring a record 146 goals. His career included witnessing various generations of players and facing criticism regarding his influence on the team. His most cherished memory is from July 2016, when he helped Portugal win their first major title at the Euro, despite being injured during the final. However, his World Cup journey remains unfinished.

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