Cristiano Ronaldo Hints on his Retirement
Cristiano Ronaldo has given his clearest indication yet that his legendary football career could be approaching its final chapter, revealing that the 2026/27 season is likely to be his last in professional football.
The 41-year-old Portugal captain made the revelation in an interview with Vogue, admitting that he is already thinking about life after football.
“This is probably my last year of football” Cristiano Ronaldo told Vogue
Ronaldo also said he wants to leave the game having created an “incredible legacy” and revealed that he already has his future planned beyond football.
The potential retirement would bring an end to a career spanning more than two decades. Ronaldo has represented Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus and Al-Nassr, establishing himself as one of the most decorated and prolific goalscorers in football history.
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He is a five-time Ballon d’Or winner and a five-time UEFA Champions League winner. With Portugal, Ronaldo has won Euro 2016 and two UEFA Nations League titles, in 2019 and 2025. The 2025 triumph made Portugal the first nation to win the Nations League twice.
Ronaldo currently plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr and remains focused on competing at the highest level. He is also closing in on the remarkable milestone of 1,000 career goals, having scored 976 goals for club and country according to reports.
Although Ronaldo has not announced a specific retirement date, his latest comments suggest that supporters could be watching the final season of one of football’s greatest-ever careers.
After football, Ronaldo has said he wants to spend more time travelling, playing padel and enjoying life away from the demands of professional football.
For millions of fans around the world, the possibility of Ronaldo’s retirement signals the approaching end of one of the most remarkable eras in football history.
