Cristiano Ronaldo has said that his retirement from professional football is approaching soon, calling it one of the most difficult decisions of his life. The 40-year-old forward for Al Nassr spoke about the future of his career during an interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored, where he reflected on his journey and what comes next.
Ronaldo shared that he has been preparing for life after football since he was 25. He said that nothing can replace the excitement of scoring goals and competing, but he accepts that every career has an ending. He mentioned that he looks forward to having more personal time and spending more time with his family, especially as his children grow.
The former Manchester United star also said he still follows the club closely. He expressed sadness over the team’s recent struggles, saying that Manchester United remains important to him. He added that the club has great potential but needs a better structure to move forward.
Ronaldo admitted that his final match will likely be emotional and that he may cry on the day he retires. He said that wealth and fame are no longer his priority, and what matters most now is enjoying the game and maintaining his passion for training and competition. He dismissed public criticism about arrogance, saying he no longer cares about such opinions.
Ronaldo’s career has been one of the most successful in football history. He began his professional journey with Sporting CP before moving to Manchester United in 2003. Later, he achieved legendary status at Real Madrid, where he became the club’s top scorer and won multiple Champions League titles. He played for Juventus before joining Al Nassr, where he continues to play today.
On the international stage, Ronaldo holds the record for the most goals scored in men’s football. He led Portugal to major titles, including the UEFA European Championship in 2016 and victories in the Nations League.
Across his club and international career, Ronaldo has scored 952 official goals. He has stated that he hopes to reach 1,000 goals, marking another historic milestone before walking away from the game.
