Cristiano Ronaldo Confirms 2026 World Cup Will Be His Last
July 5, 2026 · Marcelo Castro
Cristiano Ronaldo announced that the upcoming match against Spain will be his last World Cup appearance, expressing his desire to enjoy the moment fully.
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Next Monday (6), Portugal is set to face Spain in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Dallas, with the match scheduled for 4 p.m. Brasília time. Ahead of this crucial Iberian derby, Cristiano Ronaldo addressed the media, confirming that this will be his final World Cup at the age of 41. "I’m always here body and soul. Whether playing or not for the national team, I will always have an important role," Ronaldo stated. He emphasized his desire to end his illustrious World Cup career on his own terms, focusing on enjoying every moment. "It’s about enjoying it to the fullest, since it will be my last World Cup. I hope that tomorrow (Monday) won’t be the last match," he added. Having made his World Cup debut in 2006 in Germany, Ronaldo has been a stalwart for Portugal in subsequent tournaments, including 2010 in South Africa, 2014 in Brazil, 2018 in Russia, and 2022 in Qatar. In the current 2026 edition, Ronaldo has already netted three goals in four appearances, further cementing his legendary status.
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