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Goncalo Ramos gets real on Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement: ‘Age doesn’t lie’

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While Goncalo Ramos acknowledges Cristiano Ronaldo's greatness, he believes the retirement of the Portuguese legend is imminent. Following a challenging 2026 FIFA World Cup with Portugal , Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted at a potential retirement in the near future . His international teammate Goncalo Ramos is well aware of the legacy Ronaldo will leave behind, while acknowledging that every athlete’s career comes with a time limit . Earlier this week, Ronaldo revealed his timeline, stating that the current campaign will likely be his last as a professional soccer player . His announcement generated a strong reaction across the squad. Goncalo Ramos , who shares a locker room with Ronaldo for the national team, emphasized that while CR7 is undoubtedly one of the greatest players in history, age affects every competitor . “It’s hard to believe that Cristiano will end his career,” Ramos said on press conference. “It’s been such a long time, and I think everyone has tied their soccer memories