Portugal’s Iconic Number 7 Walks Away: Ronaldo Retires from International Duty
The 41‑year‑old legend announced on Thursday he will hand back the famed number 7 shirt, ending a career that stretched across six World Cups.
Cristiano Ronaldo, described as a Portugal legend, announced on Thursday that he is retiring from international football.
The 41‑year‑old star said he will hand back the number 7 shirt in a social media post.
His international career spanned six World Cups.
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BBC News
Ronaldo retires from Portugal duty
Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo says he is retiring from international football.
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Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from international football
The 41-year-old Portuguese legend says he will 'hand back the number 7 shirt' in social media post.
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Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from international soccer
Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday he won’t play for Portugal anymore, ending a career that spanned six World Cups
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Ronaldo retires from Portugal national team
Cristiano Ronaldo says he won't play for Portugal anymore, ending a career that spanned six World Cups and included a European title and the men's all-time international scoring record.
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Facts this version was allowed to use
- Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese football player described as a Portugal legend.
- Cristiano Ronaldo says he is retiring from international football.
- Cristiano Ronaldo is 41 years old.
- Cristiano Ronaldo said he will "hand back the number 7 shirt" in a social media post.
- Cristiano Ronaldo announced the retirement on Thursday.
- Cristiano Ronaldo's international career spanned six World Cups.
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