Portugal defeats Croatia as 41‑year‑old Ronaldo eyes final World Cup
Portugal beat Croatia in a World Cup match; Ronaldo, who will be 41 at the 2026 tournament, said it will be his last appearance.
Portugal defeated Croatia in a World Cup match, and Cristiano Ronaldo, who will be 41 years old during the 2026 World Cup, said the 2026 tournament will be his last appearance.
According to the Times of India, Ronaldo scored in Portugal's match against Croatia, and Gonçalo Ramos provided the late winning goal for Portugal.
Al Jazeera reported that Ronaldo became the only player to score in six different World Cups after netting two goals against Uzbekistan.
Times of India quoted Zlatan Ibrahimovic as saying Portugal cannot win the 2026 World Cup with a 41‑year‑old Ronaldo.
Al Jazeera reported that Portugal's World Cup campaign ended with a loss to Spain, and Bluesky reported that Ronaldo said, "I will retire when I want – not when you want."
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