Sport: Cristiano Ronaldo announces the end
Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up for the first time about his upcoming retirement. In a recent interview with Piers Morgan, the 40-year-old Portuguese star confirmed that the end of his career would come "soon," describing the transition as emotionally challenging.
“It will be very, very difficult,” admitted the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, noting that he would “probably cry” during his farewell to football.
Ronaldo revealed he has been preparing for this moment since he was in his mid-twenties, showing an unusual sense of foresight about life beyond the game. Despite his love for football, he made it clear that his post-retirement plans will not involve coaching or management.
“I’ll have more time for myself, for my family, to raise my children,” he said, emphasizing his interest in business ventures and his passion for UFC and padel.
Still chasing a personal goal of reaching 1,000 career goals — currently standing at 952 — Ronaldo also confessed to feeling nostalgic about Manchester United, his cherished club, which he now finds “sad” to watch.
As the football world prepares to close a historic chapter, Ronaldo appears ready to embrace a new and more personal era beyond the field.
Author’s Summary
At 40, Cristiano Ronaldo faces his career’s twilight with emotional honesty, valuing family and business while closing a legendary football chapter.