Cristiano Ronaldo hints at potential retirement from football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested he may retire from professional football after the current season. The former Real Madrid star, who is set to begin another year with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, aims to hit the 1,000-goal milestone, needing 24 goals to reach that target. Following a disappointing end to his international career at the recent World Cup, Ronaldo's comments emphasize his desire to leave a significant legacy. In an interview with Vogue, he stated, "This may truly be my last year in football."
- •Ronaldo plans to start another season with Al-Nassr.
- •He scored 976 goals and needs 24 more to reach 1,000.
- •Ronaldo reflects on his legacy in a recent Vogue interview.
- •His comments come after a disappointing World Cup exit.
- 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid icon Cristiano Ronaldo hints at retirement
"Former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has this weekend dropped a hint regarding his plans to hang up his boots. This comes as the Portuguese prepares to kickstart another campaign in Saudi footbal...
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