Cristiano Ronaldo's sister hints at his potential national team farewell
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Katia Aveiro expressed her belief that Cristiano Ronaldo may be nearing the end of his international career with Portugal. Speaking in Toronto before Portugal's match against Croatia in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, Aveiro referred to the game as 'the last dance' for both Ronaldo and Luka Modric. While she suggested this could be Ronaldo's last World Cup, she clarified that his farewell would not occur in the current match. Aveiro also defended her brother against recent criticism, emphasizing the family's pride in his achievements.
- •Katia Aveiro believes Cristiano Ronaldo's international career might end soon.
- •Portugal faces Croatia in the World Cup Round of 32.
- •She referred to the match as 'the last dance' for Ronaldo and Modric.
- •Aveiro clarified that Ronaldo's farewell will not happen in this match.
- •She defended Ronaldo against recent criticism, expressing family pride.
- 9:59 PMYahoo Sports — 💣 It's the last dance: Ronaldo's sister hints at goodbye
"Katia Aveiro, Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister, believes the striker’s farewell to the Portugal national team could be near. The footballer’s sister spoke to reporters in Toronto, where Portugal faces...
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