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Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the final World Cup appearance of his illustrious career, bringing the curtain down on a record-breaking journey on football’s biggest stage.
The 41-year-old Portugal captain made the announcement on Sunday during a pre-match press conference ahead of his country’s Round of 16 clash against Spain, ending months of speculation over his international future.
“Yes, it’s my last one. Let’s go and enjoy it,” Ronaldo told reporters.
The confirmation comes days after his sister, Katia Aveiro, suggested the Al Nassr forward would retire from international football after the tournament.
Ronaldo has now personally confirmed that he will not feature at the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
The Portuguese superstar has already written his name into football history by becoming the first player to feature in six FIFA World Cup tournaments, a testament to his remarkable longevity, consistency and elite performance across more than two decades.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, Ronaldo has enjoyed an extraordinary career for both club and country, winning multiple league titles, domestic cups, continental honours and individual awards while breaking numerous scoring records.
His announcement means the ongoing tournament marks the final World Cup chapter of one of football’s most iconic figures, whose influence has shaped an entire generation of the game.
Portugal will now turn their attention to a blockbuster Round of 16 showdown against Spain, with Ronaldo hoping to cap his final World Cup campaign by leading his country on another deep run in pursuit of the only major international title still missing from his glittering career.
