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Cristiano Ronaldo's International Farewell: A Controversial Exit from Euro 2024

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What led to Portugal's Euro exit and Ronaldo's potential retirement? Dive into the drama surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo's international career.

Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese footballer, faced a bittersweet end to his international career at Euro 2024. Despite his iconic status, Ronaldo's underwhelming performance became a focal point in Portugal's disappointing exit from the tournament. Portugal's coach, Roberto Martínez, faced criticism for overreliance on Ronaldo, which ultimately led to their defeat against France. The defeat left fans speculating about Ronaldo's retirement from international football, adding an air of uncertainty to his future.

In the aftermath of Portugal's Euro exit, the spotlight turned to Roberto Martínez's management style. Critics slammed Martínez for his perceived lack of authority over Ronaldo, highlighting the coach's failure to assert control and guide the team effectively. The ongoing debate over Ronaldo's future intensified as Martínez remained vague about the star player's decision, keeping fans and pundits on edge.

As the dust settled post-Euro 2024, speculation loomed over Cristiano Ronaldo's potential retirement announcement. The uncertainty surrounding Ronaldo's next move kept the football world captivated, awaiting a definitive statement from the iconic player. Amid the swirling rumors, Portugal's football landscape faced a period of transition, with the legacy of Ronaldo's international career hanging in the balance.

In a surprising turn of events, Roberto Martínez's leadership came under further scrutiny, with critics questioning his handling of the Ronaldo situation. The lack of clarity regarding Ronaldo's future added to the tension within the Portuguese national team, signaling a turbulent period ahead. As the football community eagerly awaits Ronaldo's decision, the drama surrounding his international farewell continues to unfold, leaving fans eager for closure on the saga.

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FACTBOX: Soccer-Cristiano Ronaldo's international career (The Straits Times)

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo is widely expected to retire from international football following their 5-3 shootout defeat by France in the European ...

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Why Portugal's reliance on Cristiano Ronaldo cost them - ESPN (ESPN)

Despite Cristiano Ronaldo's subpar display at Euro 2024, Portugal coach Martinez centered the team around the star player, which led to their Euros exit.

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Portugal's Euro exit likely to herald Ronaldo's international retirement (CNA)

HAMBURG, Germany : Defeat for Portugal at the European Championship on Friday likely brought down the curtain on the extraordinary international career of ...

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Martínez: Cristiano Ronaldo yet to decide Portugal future - ESPN (ESPN)

Portugal coach Roberto Martínez said it was "too soon" to say if Cristiano Ronaldo had played his last game for his country following the team's Euro 2024 ...

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France v Portugal result: Cristiano Ronaldo weighs down Portugal in ... (The Independent)

Portugal 0-0 France (France win 5-3 on penalties): Ronaldo offered little despite his privileged status as undroppable and France ended their penalty hoodoo ...

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Weak-willed Roberto Martinez is letting Portugal down with ... (Goal.com)

Roberto Martinez's pathetic refusal to exert any control over Cristiano Ronaldo is hurting Portugal's bid to win Euro 2024.

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'No decision' made on Ronaldo's Portugal future (Yahoo Sports)

"No decision" has been made on the international futures of Cristiano Ronaldo and Pepe, says Portugal boss Roberto Martinez.

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Euro exit forces Portugal to face the difficult question of Ronaldo's ... (CNA)

STUTTGART, Germany : Portugal are facing a tough question as they head home from Euro 24: do they still need Cristiano Ronaldo?Friday's 5-3 loss to France ...

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Cristiano Ronaldo: Portugal striker ends Euro 2024 without a goal ... (Sky Sports)

Cristiano Ronaldo started all five of Portugals games at Euro 2024 but failed to score; Roberto Martinez did not substitute the 39-year-old in either ...

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Why Portugal's reliance on Cristiano Ronaldo cost them - ESPN (ESPN)

Despite Cristiano Ronaldo's subpar display at Euro 2024, Portugal coach Martinez centered the team around the star player, which led to their Euros exit.

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Martínez: Cristiano Ronaldo yet to decide Portugal future - ESPN (ESPN)

Portugal coach Roberto Martínez said it was "too soon" to say if Cristiano Ronaldo had played his last game for his country following the team's Euro 2024 ...

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Portugal manager on Ronaldo and Pepe's future after Euro 2024 ... (The Indian Express)

While Pepe (41) was an impressive feature of the Portuguese backline, Ronaldo (39) failed to score at a major tournament for the first time in his career.

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Martínez & Ronaldo: Unique mitigation, or weak management? (PortuGOAL.net)

Gonçalo Ramos touched the ball six times in half an hour after he was introduced against Georgia. The PSG man is a pure penalty box striker who has youth over ...

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Euros 2024: The selfish egos of Ronaldo and Mbappe (The Indian Express)

It's ego that fuels them to greatness, the belief that their acts of genius could touch a match, it's the same ego that makes them look selfish too.

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'We deserved more' - Cristiano Ronaldo posts heartfelt message on ... (Goal.com)

Cristiano Ronaldo has posted a message to Portuguese fans after they were beaten on penalties by France.

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End Beckons Again For Ronaldo After Portugal Euros KO (Barron's)

Time is up -- again -- for Portugal's ageing superstar Cristiano Ronaldo after an inglorious Euro 2024 exit.

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Will Cristiano Ronaldo Continue with Portugal? (beIN SPORTS USA)

Less than 24 hours after Portugal's elimination in the quarter-finals of the Euro 2024 (by France in penalties), the 39-year-old former Real Madrid player left ...

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