Football Legend Cristiano Ronaldo Announces Retirement From International Duty After Illustrious Career

Football icon <b>Cristiano Ronaldo</b> has officially announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team, marking the end of an era in international football. The legendary forward confirmed his decision to relinquish his iconic number 7 jersey following the conclusion of the upcoming November international fixtures. Throughout his storied career, Ronaldo achieved an extraordinary milestone of <b>234 caps</b> and scored a record-breaking <b>146 goals</b> for his country. As the all-time leading goal-scorer and appearance maker for Portugal, his departure leaves a significant void in the squad. Fans and teammates alike are reflecting on his immense contributions to the sport, as he prepares to step away from the international stage after years of unparalleled excellence.