Cristiano Ronaldo confirms he will continue playing for Portugal and aims to reach 1000 career goals
Cristiano Ronaldo stated he decided to extend his international career with Portugal after the World Cup while targeting a personal milestone of 1,000 total goals.
Ronaldo considers retirement before deciding to stay
The player admitted he thought about quitting international football following the tournament exit against Spain. He later spoke with federation president Pedro Proenca and coach Jorge Jesus to confirm his plans. Ronaldo said he will leave the national team if he feels he is no longer adding value.
New squad selection for upcoming match
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus included the 41-year-old forward in a 25-man squad for the Nations League campaign. The team is set to face Wales in Lisbon on Thursday night. Ronaldo will start the fixture at the Jose Alvalade Stadium.
Targeting historic goal milestone and title
Ronaldo currently has 979 career goals and needs 21 more to reach the 1,000 mark. He views winning a third Nations League title as equally important to his personal record. The player described reaching this number in a Portugal shirt as the icing on the cake.
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- The Guardian
- BBC News
- Sky Sports
- Dawn
- Hypebeast
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The Guardian
Cristiano Ronaldo vows to play on for Portugal and targets 1,000 career goals
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BBC News
Ronaldo spurred on by 1,000 goals and Portugal glory
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Sky Sports
Ronaldo eyes scoring 1,000th goal for Portugal after considering international retirement
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Dawn
Cristiano Ronaldo eyes 1,000-goal 'icing on the cake' as Portugal begin new era
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Hypebeast
Cristiano Ronaldo Commits to Portugal and Targets 1,000 Career Goals After World Cup Exit
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