Cristiano Ronaldo says he is choosing to continue his international career at 41, with Portugal preparing for the next Nations League match. The 41-year-old, who turns 42 in February, makes the decision as Portugal move into upcoming fixtures.
Portuguese media coverage, including The Independent, links the plan for his involvement to the coaching staff’s expectations. Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus indicates he will start Ronaldo for the Nations League fixture against Wales on Thursday. Other outlets report the same basic timeline and rationale, focusing on Ronaldo’s explanation for staying involved in international football despite his age.
Across the coverage, the emphasis is consistent on Ronaldo’s personal reasoning and the team’s immediate plans for Nations League selection. Differences are largely in wording and the specific framing of Ronaldo’s comments rather than in the underlying facts of his decision and the match schedule.
