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All to know about Ronaldo’s World Cup career as it ends in Spain loss

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All to know about Ronaldo’s World Cup career as it ends in Spain loss
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Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that his 2026 World Cup appearance was his final one following Portugal's round-of-16 loss to Spain. The 41-year-old leaves the tournament as the only player to score in six different World Cups.

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This marks the end of an era for one of the most decorated athletes in football history, signaling a transition period for the Portuguese national team.

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The Portuguese captain became the only player to score in six World Cups after his brace against Uzbekistan.

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