Overview
- Cristiano Ronaldo told Piers Morgan he will retire "soon" and expects the moment to be difficult, saying he will probably cry.
- He said he has planned for life after football since his mid‑20s and intends to focus on family time, padel and his business interests.
- Ronaldo rejected the opinion that Lionel Messi is the GOAT, saying, "I don't agree with that opinion."
- He said winning a World Cup is not his dream and questioned using a seven‑game tournament to judge a player's legacy.
- Reports note he remains prolific for Al‑Nassr under contract through 2026–27, as former teammate Nani predicts he could retire if Portugal win the 2026 World Cup.