At 41, Should Ronaldo Still Play for Portugal?
Friday, October 9, 2026110 words2 minutes2386 reads
Cristiano Ronaldo is 41. He has played for Portugal for more than 20 years. In September, he left the national team camp after a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo later apologized to his teammates and fans. He said the coach had broken a promise. The coach said there was no agreement.
Ronaldo says he still wants to play for Portugal if he is fit. But some fans think the team needs to give younger players more time. The decision is not only about Ronaldo's age. A coach must choose the team, and every player must respect that choice.
For now, Ronaldo's return is possible, but it is not certain.
