The announcement that Cristiano Ronaldo, football’s icon, will soon retire has sent ripples of mixed emotions through the community of football enthusiasts. Georgina Rodriguez, Ronaldo’s wife, unveiled this revelation during Paris Fashion Week, disclosing that the legendary striker plans to retire the game within the next year or two, marking the end of an era for the sport.
Georgina confirms Ronaldo’s retirement, stating that he indicated it will happen within one or two years. | Instagram
At 39, Ronaldo continues to dazzle on the pitch with his remarkable skill and determination. His recent performance statistics speak volumes about his prowess. In 2023 alone, Ronaldo netted an astonishing 54 goals, surpassing rivals like Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé to claim the title of the world’s most prolific scorer.
Ronaldo’s impact extends beyond the club arena. He remains a formidable force for the Portugal national team, scoring 10 goals in nine games in 2023, a feat instrumental in securing their qualification for Euro 2024. This summer, Ronaldo will lead his nation into the European Championship in Germany, marking two decades since his first appearance in the tournament back in 2004, when he led Portugal to the final.
David Ndayishimiye, a Cristiano Ronaldo fan from Rwanda, said, “I have been his fan since 2009 when Real Madrid won 3 against Deportivo 2 in La Liga. It was a very good game; he showed talent and convinced me, and from that day on, I became a fan till now. I hope his retirement is just a rumor, but if it is true, it is about time that he retires and takes care of himself and his family,”
Ronaldo an astonishing tally of 749 goals in 1,005 club appearances and 128 goals in 205 caps for Portugal, making him the all-time leading scorer for both his country and in competitions like the Champions League and the European Championship.
Ronaldo’s has journey spans iconic stints with Sporting Lisbon, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and Portugal. Along the way, he has amassed an enviable collection of trophies, including three Premier League titles, two La Liga triumphs, two Série A championships, five Champions League trophies, and a European Championship victory.
Since joining Al Nassr in January 2023, Ronaldo has continued to defy expectations, notching an impressive tally of 48 goals in 54 appearances for the club. Yet, as the sands of time trickle down, Ronaldo prepares to bid farewell to the game that has been his life’s passion.
