Archive · 24 Sep 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo Continues Portugal Push After World Cup Exit
Cristiano Ronaldo thought about retiring after Portugal lost at the 2026 World Cup.
Portugal was beaten by Spain in the Round of 16.
Spain later won the tournament.
Ronaldo decided to keep playing for Portugal.
He believes he can help with goals and with his experience.
He says he will stop playing for the national team when he is no longer needed.
Ronaldo wants to score 1,000 goals in his career.
He also wants Portugal to win the UEFA Nations League.
Cristiano Ronaldo said retirement crossed his mind after Portugal’s 2026 World Cup elimination.
Portugal lost in the Round of 16 to eventual champions Spain.
Ronaldo chose to remain available for Portugal and believes he can still help the team.
He said he would retire from international football when Portugal no longer needs him.
His stated goals are scoring his 1,000th career goal and winning the UEFA Nations League.
- Who
- Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portugal national football team.
- What
- Ronaldo decided to continue playing for Portugal after considering retirement following the 2026 World Cup.
- When
- After Portugal’s 2026 World Cup exit; he was expected to start against Wales on Friday, September 25.
- Where
- At the FIFA World Cup and in Portugal’s upcoming UEFA Nations League match against Wales.
- Why
- Ronaldo believes he can still support Portugal and wants to pursue 1,000 goals and a UEFA Nations League title.
- Player
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- National team
- Portugal
- World Cup result
- Portugal lost to Spain in the Round of 16
- Ronaldo’s age
- 41
- Career goal target
- 1,000 goals
- Team ambition
- Win the UEFA Nations League
- Upcoming match
- Portugal vs Wales, Friday, September 25, at 12:15 AM IST