Cristiano Ronaldo has promised to have "one or more farewell matches" after confirming he will not retire from international duty with Portugal following a rift with Jorge Jesus.
Ronaldo announced he had left Portugal's Nations League squad ahead of their 4-2 win over Denmark last week and said he would "tell people the truth" about his decision.
The 41-year-old started in the Selecao's 1-0 win over Wales but was taken off in the 67th minute before being an unused substitute in Portugal's 2-1 victory against Norway.
In a lengthy statement posted on social media, Ronaldo said that Jesus had "broken his word" after saying that he would play him for the final 30 minutes against Stale Solbakken's side.
But has now apologised for his actions and said he would accept whatever punishment came his way, but Ronaldo refused to draw the curtain on his career with Portugal.
"I decided to leave the camp without waiting for any further breach of word," one part of Ronaldo's statement read.
"For me, the truth is still the most important thing in the relationship between people. However much it hurts, let them tell me the truth.
"Never, at any moment, have I interfered in any technical or tactical decision of any coach or national team manager in almost 25 years of my career.
"I accept, for better or worse, what they propose that I do. I respect the decision, and when they break their word to me, I feel that my place is not there.
"I also owe an apology to my national team teammates for having left the camp. Despite the absolute breach of trust in the coach's word, as those who witnessed these conversations can attest, I should not have done it. The responsibility is exclusively mine.
"On this subject, I have heard a great deal of talk about farewell matches, that I must have a dignified farewell and that the Federation wants to give me that opportunity.
"I learned in life, often hungry and with nothing to eat, that no one gives anything to anyone. I can promise all my fans, naturally and especially all Portuguese people, that we will have one or more farewell matches; there will be time for that.
"Therefore, if I am physically well, playing for my club, with goals, I hope, after serving the suspension that may be applied to me, I will be available, as I have always been until today, to compete and win for our national team. This is, believe me, the purest of truths."
Ronaldo's 146 goals in 234 caps are the most by any male player in international football history, while he is one of only two players to feature in six editions of the World Cup.
However, since the start of 2025, Portugal have won 80% of their matches when Ronaldo has not appeared (P5 W4 D1), compared to just 59% when he has featured (P17 W10 D4 L3), also averaging almost twice as many goals per game without the five-time Ballon d'Or winner (3.4) than with him (1.9).
Jesus has left the door open for a potential return to Portugal's squad, with the defending Nations League champions next in action against Denmark on November 14.
Portugal have already qualified for the next round of the Nations League having taken 12 points from their opening four Group A4 games.
luncklotuy
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He’s just feeling some type of way because he thought the team would be suffering after he walked away. The team play better without him. I wouldn’t call him again. He wouldn’t do that, if that was Mourinho, Pep or Cappelo. He is selfish !!
correct, who need him. he only feel entire world need him. how funny... talk big but do the opposite things. the only player have Bluetooth goal collection
luncklotuy
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ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS!!
your heart.. ego person will never in people heart.
luncklotuy
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I was too emotional reading this . CR7 had done a lot and don’t need to exit this way "I learned in life, often hungry and with nothing to eat, that no one gives anything to anyone. I can promise all my fans, naturally and especially all Portuguese people, that we will have one or more farewell matches; there will be time for that”
1 match is enough and still believe what he said, he like to talk but never actually do the same.. you have many different example of what he said
luncklotuy
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who believes what he talk now? he always do the opposite..
Mebabdkmos
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Shameful arrogant piece of shit no one will beg you asshole. You just dragged yourself through the mud while lone goat 🐐 retired tonight with heart ❤️ filled with love.
idiot
ciuceimnsy
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Proceeds to convince him to keep playing and calls him up 🤡🤡🤡
Ronaldo disrespected his teammates and coaches. He doesn’t deserve to again
Shegsable
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if you don't leave football CR7 Ronaldo now, football will leave you, take it , or leave it.. that's my advice for you.. goodbye to u. the next generation is there to represent the country
Shegsable
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clearly he needs the team more than the team needs him..where his fans who said otherwise? what does he mean he's mad and his trust is broken bc the coach refused to play him as promised. does the coach report to him? even if he breaks his word is it a contract? arrogance painted as hunger. it's a shame to be an r7 fan and not see anything wrong with this behavior. consistently always showing he is egoistic and like the narcissist he is he turns around changing his story for public appeal. he lives on public opinion and that's what has raised him cos real football he's nothing better than a henry or even near zidane. disappointing
what is a deal is a deal? do you read what this guy said called "invincible7x," did they have a written agreement? Secondly, is he the first player that would warm up, and he's gonna play in a game? thirdly, what he did people that's wise around him had told him what you did CR7. Ronaldo was wrong, and that is why he came out to apologise. After he didn't respect his country or coach decision, he came out to apologise. This is stupidity behaviour. think before you react.. and lead by example to ur teammate, CR7 didn't have leadership qualities
Kwocodile
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Portugal 🇵🇹 is better without Ronaldo and all players showed they are united with one objective that is to win trophies as a team. But Ronaldo objective is to score goals to reach 1000 goals. If I were Portugal 🇵🇹 coach I wouldn’t allow the arrogant Ronaldo to join the team and divide them.
Proceeds to convince him to keep playing and calls him up 🤡🤡🤡
adedefender
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now he is going to suffer more The boys will not respect him again
Manage your fears.
brismac
2
You too talking!!! Non credible!!!
johbcikmrs
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as usual.. he will always follow what messi does.. he is so much obsess with messi he becomes a clown
you're being a fool
johbcikmrs
1
clearly he needs the team more than the team needs him..where his fans who said otherwise? what does he mean he's mad and his trust is broken bc the coach refused to play him as promised. does the coach report to him? even if he breaks his word is it a contract? arrogance painted as hunger. it's a shame to be an r7 fan and not see anything wrong with this behavior. consistently always showing he is egoistic and like the narcissist he is he turns around changing his story for public appeal. he lives on public opinion and that's what has raised him cos real football he's nothing better than a henry or even near zidane. disappointing
bro. speak football not emotions a deal is a deal. he only asked to know the truth. you'll be on the team list but not play unless otherwise. that's the best reply a coach can give
Invincible7x
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clearly he needs the team more than the team needs him..where his fans who said otherwise? what does he mean he's mad and his trust is broken bc the coach refused to play him as promised. does the coach report to him? even if he breaks his word is it a contract? arrogance painted as hunger. it's a shame to be an r7 fan and not see anything wrong with this behavior. consistently always showing he is egoistic and like the narcissist he is he turns around changing his story for public appeal. he lives on public opinion and that's what has raised him cos real football he's nothing better than a henry or even near zidane. disappointing
jojooski
4
dude if you really care about Portugal just retire you re dragging them down truthfully
Puzbdelop
1
He still wants the missing trophies to catch up with Messi.
Rihcdimtuz
1
He will come if the team reaches semifinals and gets the credit 🤡
0 ball knowledge 🥀
siebekru
0
Shameful arrogant piece of shit no one will beg you asshole. You just dragged yourself through the mud while lone goat 🐐 retired tonight with heart ❤️ filled with love.
Mad man
Paaacdmnpy
3
naturally player like Ronaldo need motivations because he fight his Ego himself very difficult to Quit football, so pple should sympathies such type of human..we will misses them both him and Messi, football is difficult saying good bye to your DNA. language is very difficult to understand if u r not a footballer... is like missing ur breath instantly...so wat pple say anything you can't knew the sweat of it until you misses it...Football is difficult while retiring, Heart need it but body is weak to continue sorry Ronaldo...
Football_Wiz25
2
Mans is playing till the next World Cup now😭🤦🏾♂️
luhiklnps
0
that's my baller. l believe you
Ericpascal95
4
All I have to say is that "a good dancer knows when to leave the stage" 👍🏽
marialauoti
1
Ronaldo is Great but arrogant player. I have been supporting for long time but not now
See this foolish Messi fan. Cameleoon
ciuceimnsy
6
Ronaldo is Great but arrogant player. I have been supporting for long time but not now
Bodmasbodmas
6
He will come if the team reaches semifinals and gets the credit 🤡
elvisyayo
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As a fan of Messi and a Ronaldo hater I will say that he has apologized and he deserves to be forgiven and welcomed back to the team He gave his all to the team and deserves a honorable farewell from his country Let everything that happened in the past remain in the past His legacy remains forever
Hater, nobody asked for your opinion, keep your hatred to yourself.. no one cares.. we Ronaldo fans do not hate Messi cuz they have both done exceedingly well for their respective sides.. next time, drop a reasonable comment without opening your mouth wide to acknowledge hatred for someone that’s bigger than your entire lineage.. Mumu talk.
ImoukhuedeGeorge
1
The coach promised one thing then changed his mind halfway without communicating with Ronaldo treating him like a kid and a piece of trash. That is very poor management from the coach and for Ronaldo trying to put himself ahead of the team success and leaving with a word to his teammates being the captain of the team was really bad and disappointing. At this point peace and clear definition of the way forward is the best way to go for everyone. Good luck to Ronaldo and the entire Portugal team
rowbcouyz
2
Shameful arrogant piece of shit no one will beg you asshole. You just dragged yourself through the mud while lone goat 🐐 retired tonight with heart ❤️ filled with love.
Messi fans stay quiet
Lukcklmruz
3
I was too emotional reading this . CR7 had done a lot and don’t need to exit this way "I learned in life, often hungry and with nothing to eat, that no one gives anything to anyone. I can promise all my fans, naturally and especially all Portuguese people, that we will have one or more farewell matches; there will be time for that”
Waecdlprtz
3
Don't try to leave with respect remain there, the next disrespect will be u taken off ur number seven #7 jersey giving it to Rafiel leo to play in it, gready legend of all time😎
Luzaeilm
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He needs to apologize to everyone in front of the camera and in front of a stadium filled audience. What he did is classic Balotellli act. . A simple statement doesn't erase his arrogant showdown here
See you
Caheiklnpy
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ddddhhhhhhhhh
Caheiklnpy
0
ghhhjrkritkfhhhhd
lihbdior
1
ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS!!
hi
Kutbclstuz
1
He’s just feeling some type of way because he thought the team would be suffering after he walked away. The team play better without him. I wouldn’t call him again. He wouldn’t do that, if that was Mourinho, Pep or Cappelo. He is selfish !!
🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻
Lukcklmruz
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Ronaldo please stay away from the national team,sense you left the team is winning every single game,we don’t need you anymore.
Please he will just return and go back again. He has to retire in a good way not the other way round
idowucharles
5
Shameful arrogant piece of shit no one will beg you asshole. You just dragged yourself through the mud while lone goat 🐐 retired tonight with heart ❤️ filled with love.
Vowklnstuy
3
ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS!!
Mezdkmsyz
5
This man thinks he’s still young🤦🏽♂️
Rebeiorsz
1
we still need you cr7 untill 2030
juoabcprsu
3
He’s just feeling some type of way because he thought the team would be suffering after he walked away. The team play better without him. I wouldn’t call him again. He wouldn’t do that, if that was Mourinho, Pep or Cappelo. He is selfish !!
Juwiklmop
3
Are you fucking kidding me , retire already , 6 world cups payed 5 kO stage because in 2014 he went home in the group stage , 5 KO stages Played , one fucking goal and it’s a PK, enough said
DavidDengKurAguok
2
The Goat 🐐 CR7
Luddkmpsuy
3
This man is a disaster to clubs and country, you mean you still want to play with Portugal that you claim they’re nothing before you? You and your followers stinks tbh
Sucbnpstuy
0
CR7 fans are we there for our goat
Vipdikloty
2
As a fan of Messi and a Ronaldo hater I will say that he has apologized and he deserves to be forgiven and welcomed back to the team He gave his all to the team and deserves a honorable farewell from his country Let everything that happened in the past remain in the past His legacy remains forever
vudbklmnuy
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Friends,think something about the legend and his contributions towards the Portugal national team and his influence in earnings of the Portugese football federation. None could do it .The coach also lacks his influence towards management of the players.The coach doesn't know how to deal with a high profile player like Ronaldo who is also very arrogant.This is the main reason of the problem
yepdkuyz
4
Man child
twikista
4
This guy should rest I beg!
Zeuamrstz
0
CR7 GOAT 🐐🫅