Reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal retirement

Nov 5 : Following are reactions after Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo, the all-time leading scorer in men's international soccer, announced his retirement from the national team on Thursday.

PORTUGUESE FOOTBALL FEDERATION

"Every drop of sweat, every decisive goal, and every captain's arm-band he wore with honour on the field reflected his unconditional love for our jersey. His dedication and his legacy transcend the four lines of the field.

"Ronaldo has raised Portugal's profile and inspired generations of young people who dream of following in his footsteps; for many of us, he is the greatest player of all time!..."

AL-NASSR, RONALDO'S CURRENT CLUB

"It's not just a chapter — it's history you've shaped. You're an icon to the entire world, not just Portugal. Portugal is in your heart, and you are in the hearts of the world. A page has turned, but there is still history left for us to write together at your home, Al-Nassr."

MANCHESTER UNITED, RONALDO'S FORMER CLUB

"Congratulations on an incredible international career."

JORGE JESUS, PORTUGAL COACH

"This is all his decision. We already had the opportunity to talk about this before the first call-up. I asked him to stay, to stay with me because I needed him to be by my side, but I have to accept his decision," Jesus told Canal 11.

"He is a world reference, a reference for Portugal, a reference for the national team. He is a player who, throughout these years, has given a lot to the national team. He is a symbol for Portuguese youth. Most of his fans are young.

"I had the opportunity to share the experience of working with him for a year at Al-Nassr. Therefore, he will always be a reference for our national team, for our people, for our history."

BRUNO FERNANDES, PORTUGAL AND MANCHESTER