Cristiano Ronaldo dropped a bombshell in a candid chat with Piers Morgan, revealing he plans to retire “soon” to prioritize family life. The 40-year-old Portuguese legend, currently lighting up Saudi Arabia with Al Nassr, admitted ending his glittering career will be “very, very difficult.” His contract runs until 2027, but Ronaldo’s focus has shifted toward spending quality time with fiancée Georgina Rodriguez and raising his children, including budding footballer Cristiano Jr.

Ronaldo reflected on his unmatched legacy, boasting 952 official goals—cementing him as football’s all-time top scorer ahead of Pelé and Messi. “Everything has a beginning and an end,” he said, acknowledging the adrenaline of scoring is irreplaceable. Yet, he’s been planning this transition since his mid-20s, confident he can handle the emotional weight. “Nothing will compare to scoring a goal,” he admitted, but family now calls louder.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico looms as Ronaldo’s potential swan song. If he plays, it will be his sixth and final World Cup, chasing the one major trophy missing from his cabinet. Portugal’s Euro 2024 disappointment has fueled speculation, but Ronaldo remains driven to bow out on the global stage. Fans worldwide are bracing for the end of an era.

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Ronaldo’s engagement to Georgina earlier this year and Cristiano Jr.’s rising football career underline his evolving priorities. “I’m going to have more time for myself, for my family, to raise my kids,” he shared. The couple’s blended family, including twins and two younger children, has become his anchor amid a relentless 20-year career.

As the football world processes the news, Ronaldo’s “soon” remains undefined—could it be post-World Cup, or earlier? One thing is certain: when CR7 hangs up his boots, the game will lose its most prolific icon. For now, every goal, every match carries extra weight. The countdown to Ronaldo’s farewell has begun.

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