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Not A Supporting Character: Why Cristiano Ronaldo Chose Retirement Over Portugal Bench
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- At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo chose to retire rather than adapt to a lesser role in the Portugal team, ending a career marked by tension with coaches over his status.
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Nov 5, 2026 · Updated 11/6/2026, 4:09:00 AM · Reported with: NDTV Sports
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