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Jorge Jesus Thought Cristiano Ronaldo 'Would Return' To Portugal, Not Retire

  • Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said he expected Ronaldo to return and had planned to call him up, but respects the star's decision to retire from international play and insists there are "no hard feelings."
  • Ronaldo finishes his Portugal career as the men's record scorer — 146 goals in 234 appearances — a six‑time World Cup participant and Euro 2016 winner; the Portuguese federation plans a tribute.
  • He will continue at Al‑Nassr, chasing his 1,000th career goal (currently on 985), while Portugal have named a Nations League squad and face Denmark (Nov. 14 in Braga) and Wales (Nov. 17 in Cardiff).
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