The Portuguese Football Federation has confirmed plans to organise a special farewell for Cristiano Ronaldo following the announcement of his retirement from international football.\n<\/p>\n
The federation paid tribute to the legendary forward, reaffirming his special place in Portuguese football and assuring him that he would always be welcomed back.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cThis will always be your home,\u201d the FPF said in a statement on its X handle on Thursday expressing its appreciation for Ronaldo\u2019s contributions to the national team over the years.\n<\/p>\n
The planned farewell will recognise a remarkable international career during which Ronaldo established himself as Portugal\u2019s all-time leading goalscorer and one of the most influential players in the country\u2019s football history.<\/p>\n
Ronaldo, 41, ends his international journey with an extraordinary record of 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal, making him the highest goalscorer in men\u2019s international football.<\/p>\n
His international career included several historic achievements, most notably leading Portugal to their first-ever European Championship title in 2016.\n<\/p>\n
He also captained the national team to victory in the inaugural UEFA Nations League in 2019 and the 2025 edition of the competition.<\/p>\n
Beyond the trophies, Ronaldo\u2019s commitment to Portugal helped establish a new era for the national team, inspiring generations of footballers and supporters. <\/p>\n
His departure from international football marks the end of a remarkable chapter that began with his senior debut in 2003.\n<\/p>\n
Although he will no longer represent Portugal on the international stage, Ronaldo is expected to continue his professional career with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr.\n<\/p>\n
He also remains focused on reaching 1,000 official career goals, having scored 985 according to the figures reported in the latest account of his career.\n<\/p>\n
The FPF\u2019s planned farewell will provide an opportunity for Portugal to celebrate a player whose achievements have become an important part of the country\u2019s sporting history.\n<\/p>\n
With its message, \u201cThis will always be your home,\u201d the federation has made clear that Ronaldo\u2019s relationship with Portugal will remain special even after his international retirement.\n<\/p>\n
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