According to a report from Daily Post Nigeria, on Friday November 06, 2026, in a shocking move that has sent shockwaves through the football world, Cristiano Ronaldo has officially announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team, effective immediately.

The 41-year-old icon, who has been a stalwart for his country, took to social media to confirm the news, stating that he would no longer don the No. 7 jersey and captain's armband.

However, his long-time adversary, Lionel Messi, has remained characteristically tight-lipped about the development. Despite the two superstars having a long and storied history, Messi has yet to make any public comment on Ronaldo's decision to hang up his international boots.

Ronaldo's announcement comes after a storied career with Portugal, during which he has claimed numerous titles and broken numerous records.

As he looks to the next chapter of his life, fans and teammates alike will be eager to see what the future holds for the legendary forward.

Meanwhile, the silence from Messi raises questions about the status of their ongoing rivalry, with many speculating about what this might mean for their on-field interactions in the years to come.