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TV admission in the UK
Cristiano Ronaldo says he will retire “soon,” making the disclosure during a UK talk-show interview. He acknowledged bringing a glittering career to a close will be “very, very difficult.” The Independent reported the comments were made on Piers Morgan uncensored.
Family first
Ronaldo added that he wants more time “for myself, for my family, to raise my kids.” That framing suggests his timeline is guided as much by home life as by sport. Al Jazeera’s write-up likewise summarized his rationale as family-driven.
Record goals, remarkable longevity
The 40-year-old Al Nassr striker remains global football’s all-time leading goalscorer for club and country. Recent tallies place him in the mid-900s, underscoring a level of longevity that few athletes match. France 24 also reported his “emotional” plan to step away “soon.” However, Ronaldo didn’t set a firm date.
Club and country implications
For Al Nassr, a farewell would end an era that helped pull global attention to the Saudi Pro League. For Portugal, it would mark the closing chapter of the nation’s most decorated international career. Meanwhile, Ronaldo has said he still follows former club Manchester United closely, even as he criticized the club’s structure.
What to watch next
Ronaldo has hinted at life after football for some time, and his comments suggest concrete planning is underway. As a result, the immediate question is not if but when he chooses the moment. Until then, every appearance will feel like a curtain call for one of sport’s defining figures.
Source: Al Jazeera/france24.com
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