Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly made the decision to end his international career with Portugal. According to the Portuguese newspaper "O Jogo", Ronaldo has informed his teammates and the Portuguese Football Federation of his decision to retire from international football. The news comes as a shock to fans and the football community, given Ronaldo's illustrious career with Portugal.
Ronaldo's decision was made after a meeting with the Portuguese Football Federation president, Pedro Brouça, following a press conference by coach Jorge Jesus that sparked controversy. The press conference saw Jesus announce that Ronaldo would not be part of the starting lineup for the second consecutive match. Ronaldo subsequently left the team's training camp in Copenhagen, Denmark, without bidding farewell to his teammates.
The 37-year-old forward had a remarkable international career, playing 234 matches for Portugal and scoring 146 goals, in addition to providing 37 assists. He has won three titles with the Portuguese national team and holds the record for most appearances and goals scored by a Portuguese player. Ronaldo's decision is said to be final and irreversible, marking the end of an era for Portuguese football.
Ronaldo's departure from international football comes after a series of events that led to his decision to leave the team's training camp. The forward had expressed his disappointment with the coach's decision to bench him for two consecutive matches. In a statement, Ronaldo said he would reveal the reasons behind his decision at a later time, wishing his teammates and the Portuguese national team all the best.
The Portuguese Football Federation is expected to hold a press conference in the coming hours to discuss the implications of Ronaldo's decision and the future of the national team. The news has sent shockwaves through the football world, with fans and pundits alike reacting to the end of Ronaldo's illustrious international career.
During his international career, Ronaldo achieved numerous accolades, including being named the Man of the Match 24 times. He also scored 10 hat-tricks and 11 free kicks, showcasing his exceptional skill and talent on the pitch. Ronaldo's legacy with Portugal will be remembered for years to come.
The Portuguese national team will face new challenges without their star player, and the team's future performances will be closely watched by fans and critics. The press conference by the Portuguese Football Federation is expected to provide more insight into the team's plans and strategies moving forward.
Key points
- Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his international career with Portugal, marking the end of an era for the Portuguese national team.
- Ronaldo's decision was made after a meeting with the Portuguese Football Federation president and a controversial press conference by coach Jorge Jesus.
- The Portuguese Football Federation will hold a press conference to discuss the implications of Ronaldo's decision and the future of the national team.
