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Ronaldo to Start for Portugal Against Wales in 2026

By Drooid · Sep 24, 2026, 2:23 PM UTC · How we work

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Ronaldo Starts Wales

Cristiano Ronaldo will start for Portugal in the Nations League match against Wales on Sept. 24, 2026.
Ronaldo said he considered retiring after the 2026 World Cup but decided to stay with Portugal.
He reiterated his aim to win the Nations League and reach 1,000 career goals, currently at 979.
Ronaldo stated he will leave the national team only if he no longer contributes on the pitch.

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Ronaldo Starts Wales

Cristiano Ronaldo will start for Portugal in the Nations League match against Wales on Sept. 24, 2026.
Ronaldo said he considered retiring after the 2026 World Cup but decided to stay with Portugal.
He reiterated his aim to win the Nations League and reach 1,000 career goals, currently at 979.
Ronaldo stated he will leave the national team only if he no longer contributes on the pitch.

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