Sports · 16 August 2026

Ronaldo hints at retirement, 24 goals shy of 1,000

The 41-year-old star told Vogue he wants to secure a brilliant legacy before retiring to travel and play padel. His deal with Saudi side Al Nassr runs until 2027, and he sits just 24 goals away from a thousand for his career. The forward married his partner Georgina Rodríguez last week and has already confirmed the 2026 World Cup is his final tournament.

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