Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement plans for final year of soccer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 4:23 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo, recently married and performing well at the World Cup, announced his potential retirement during an interview. The 41-year-old revealed that this could be his last year in football and he aims to leave a 'spectacular legacy.' Following a busy summer, including missing preseason with Al Nassr, Ronaldo is considering future activities beyond soccer. He expressed interest in competing in padel and focusing on travel and leisure after a 25-year career filled with sacrifices. Ronaldo scored two goals at the 2026 World Cup, making history by becoming the first player to score in six World Cups.
- •Ronaldo hints at retirement potentially this year.
- •He scored two goals against Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup.
- •Married Georgina Rodriguez on August 11.
- •Missed preseason with Al Nassr after a busy summer.
- 4:23 AMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement plans, goals for final year
"The newly married 41-year-old is already forming his post-retirement plans
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