Cristiano Ronaldo reveals when he will retire from football

(Dan Tri) - Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted that the day he says goodbye to football is approaching, while admitting that this will be one of the most difficult moments of his life.

Ronaldo, who holds the record for the most goals scored in history with 952 for club and country, revealed that he has been preparing for life after retirement for years. “Soon,” Ronaldo replied succinctly when asked about hanging up his boots in a recent interview with Piers Morgan. “I think I will be ready, but it will be difficult,” he added.

Ronaldo could retire playing for Al Nassr (Getty Images).

The 40-year-old Al Nassr striker said he had started planning for the post-career period since he was at his peak. “I was ready when I was 25, 26, 27. I knew the pressure would always be there, but I learned to deal with it. Nothing compares to the feeling of scoring a goal, but everything has a beginning and an end,” CR7 shared.

After nearly two decades of conquering all the peaks, Ronaldo affirmed that he wants to spend more time for himself and his family. "I will have more time for myself, for my family and to raise my children," he said.

Ronaldo is still contributing to the Portuguese team in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. The possibility of winning a ticket to the biggest football festival on the planet in the US, Mexico and Canada next year is almost within the reach of the "European Selecao". However, whether Ronaldo will participate in the final round or not is still open. Previously, the 40-year-old superstar admitted that winning the World Cup was the biggest dream of his career, but now he says that is no longer his burning desire.

Despite leaving Man Utd in controversy three years ago, Ronaldo admits he still cares about his former club, the club that helped make his name on the world football map. Last season, Man Utd had a year to forget when they finished 15th in the Premier League, their worst performance since the 1973-74 season.

“I am very sad because it is one of the most important clubs in the world and it is always in my heart. But they do not have a good structure. I hope that will change because the potential of the club is huge,” Ronaldo said.

According to CR7, the problem of the "Red Devils" does not only come from the coach or the players, but also from the general management system of the club. "They are going in the wrong direction. The fault does not only lie with the coach or the players. Ruben Amorim did his best, but miracles do not exist," he emphasized.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/the-thao/cristiano-ronaldo-he-lo-thoi-diem-chia-tay-bong-da-20251106072612910.htm