Cristiano Ronaldo retires: 10 record-breaking numbers from his 23-year career

 Cristiano Ronaldo has officially retired from international football after an extraordinary 23-year career with Portugal. Leaving behind 234 appearances, a record 146 goals, six World Cup campaigns and three major international trophies, the 41-year-old ends his national-team journey as one of football’s greatest icons. His departure marks the end of an era, with records that may stand for generations. Cristiano Ronaldo has officially retired from international football after an extraordinary 23-year career with Portugal. Leaving behind 234 appearances, a record 146 goals, six World Cup campaigns and three major international trophies, the 41-year-old ends his national-team journey as one of football’s greatest icons. His departure marks the end of an era, with records that may stand for generations.