⚽️ Ronaldo’s Final Bow: 2026 World Cup Will Be His Last – But He’s Joking He’ll Play for Another Decade!
Cristiano Ronaldo has officially declared that the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico will be his swan‑song on the international stage. Speaking at a tourism forum in Riyadh, the 40‑year‑old Al‑Nassr star said, “_Definitely, yes_… I’ll be 41 and I think that will be the moment.”
What he said about retirement
He clarified that “soon” for him could mean “another year or two,” but added with a grin that he might still be kicking a ball in ten years.
“I’m enjoying this moment_,” he told the audience, emphasizing that while the World Cup will close his Portugal chapter, he’s not ready to hang up his boots just yet.
On His Club and career updates
Ronaldo inked a two‑year extension with Al‑Nassr in summer 2025 and is chasing the 1,000‑goal milestone, currently on 950+ goals for club and country.
He’s leading Al‑Nassr’s charge in the Saudi Pro League, netting 10 goals in 11 games and keeping his side top of the table.
On His International outlook
Portugal needs just two points from upcoming fixtures against Ireland and Armenia to secure a spot in the 2026 tournament, which would mark Ronaldo’s record‑tying sixth World Cup appearance.
Though he jokes about a decade more on the pitch, he’s focused on adding a World Cup trophy to his collection of European and Nations League titles.
What do you think? doesD Ronaldo have enough fire to chase that 1,000‑goal mark and a World Cup win before he finally calls it a day?
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Akinleye-Babs Oluwatoyin Grace.
