End of an Era: Cristiano Ronaldo to bow out after 2026 FIFA World Cup
Published on: July 7, 2026, 6:03 p.m. | Source: The Tribune
For 23 years, one man has carried the hopes of an entire nation through six European Championships, six World Cups, and a captaincy that has spanned almost two decades. As Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed that 2026 will be his last FIFA World Cup, Portugal and football pause to salute a career built on relentless, record-breaking longevity.
