Cristiano Ronaldo made a revelation about the continuation of his career.
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 143 goals in Portugal’s shirt. PDO
Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the last of his career.
The 40-year-old attacker told about it In an interview with CNN At the Tourism Summit in Saudi Arabia.
– I will be 41 years old then and I believe that it will be the right moment to finish in the biggest possible competition, Ronaldo said.
The player who scored the most goals in the history of men’s national teams admitted that the end of his career is looming, although he still has the joy of playing.
– I’m enjoying the moment, but when I say “soon”, I mean really soon. I have given everything to football, Ronaldo stated.
– At the moment, everything feels good. I still score goals, the movement is fast and I enjoy playing, but let’s be honest, I will probably continue for another year or two, Ronaldo continued.
He reminded that the career has already lasted a quarter of a century and contained many records.
– I have been involved in the game for 25 years. I have done everything possible. I have many records in different situations, both in clubs and in the national team. I’m really proud, so now I just want to enjoy the moment.
Ronaldo is currently playing for the Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, with whom he signed a new two-year contract extension in the summer. He is still the club’s and the league’s biggest star and one of the league’s most effective strikers.
The 2026 World Cup will be played in the USA, Canada and Mexico. The opening match will be played on June 11 and the final match on July 19, 2026.