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Cristiano Ronaldo Reveals 2026 World Cup Will Be His Last

11/11/2025

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Cristiano Ronaldo announced that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his last.
He expects to retire within the next two years.
The 41-year-old forward aims to add the World Cup to his record as the all-time leading international goalscorer with 143 goals.
He spoke at the Tourise Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and said he wants his son Cristiano Jr. to pursue his own path without pressure.

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Cristiano Ronaldo announced that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his last.
He expects to retire within the next two years.
The 41-year-old forward aims to add the World Cup to his record as the all-time leading international goalscorer with 143 goals.
He spoke at the Tourise Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and said he wants his son Cristiano Jr. to pursue his own path without pressure.