🤔 Another Copa? Cristiano Ronaldo confirms his future with Portugal | OneFootball

Cristiano Ronaldo, the living legend of world football, confirmed this Tuesday (11) that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his definitive farewell from the national team tournament.

The Portuguese striker, currently playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, made the announcement during his participation in the TOURISE tourism forum, putting an end to doubts about his future with Portugal.

The Portuguese star, who will turn 41 years old during the tournament to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, was straightforward when asked if the 2026 World Cup would mark his final appearance:

“Absolutely. It’s true, because I’ll be 41, and I think in such a big competition... I don’t know. As I said, I’m enjoying this moment,” CR7 responded to the press, according to the EFE agency.

This statement sets a date for the end of Cristiano’s World Cup journey—a story that began in Germany in 2006 and turned him into one of the greatest scorers and protagonists in the tournament’s history.

If confirmed, 2026 will be Ronaldo’s sixth World Cup appearance.

Although he stated that the World Cup will be his last, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner joked about a possible total retirement from football:

“About what I said recently, that I would retire ‘soon’... That will happen in ten years. I’m joking!” he replied, emphasizing that he still has a lot to play for at club level.

To secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup, Portugal needs to beat Ireland at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday (13).

If they draw, the Portuguese will depend on Hungary slipping up against Armenia.

Thus, Cristiano Ronaldo gives fans a certainty: the 2026 World Cup will be the last opportunity to see him defend Portugal’s colors at the highest level, seeking to end a legendary career on a high note.

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