Cristiano Ronaldo drops Retirement Bombshell, sets Timeline to Hang his Boots

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Cristiano Ronaldo has mesmerized the world with his magic and goal-scoring spree for almost two decades now.

The Portugal star, since his emergence with Sporting CP, has swayed billions of fans with his elite footballing prowess and has racked up multiple accolades in his illustrious career.

But the Real Madrid legend's magic on the football field may well be diminishing soon as Cristiano has confirmed about his retirement, which is a possible outcome at the age of 39 years.

Ronaldo has dominated the world of football in the past one and a half decades. Along with Lionel Messi, the Portuguese has set an elite benchmark to follow for the new generation stars.

Ronaldo's recent performance against Poland was remarkable. He scored twice, including a spectacular overhead kick, leading Portugal to a 5-1 victory in the Nations League.

But the 39-year-old aims to relish the final phase of his career. His focus is on enjoying football while he can still play but confirmed that the thoughts of retirements are looming in his mind and has set a timeline for biding adieu to the game.

"One or Two Years": Cristiano Ronaldo Hints at Retirement Timeline

In recent months, Ronaldo has subtly dropped hints about his eventual farewell to football. Speaking after his latest heroics, the Portuguese star offered a glimpse into his mindset:

"Planning the retirement of football... It will happen in a year, two years, I don't know," Ronaldo said.

Rather than fixating on a specific timeline, he emphasized his commitment to savouring the journey.

"I say honestly, it's not a joke, it's enjoying the moment, feeling that I'm enjoying football. Get up and go to training and to the game motivated. When I don't feel that, I'll step forward and say, 'I can't do it anymore.' It's an excellent career, I haven't felt it yet," the Portugal legend added.

Ronaldo in excellent form for Portugal

Friday's performance with Portugal brought Ronaldo's career goal tally to a staggering 910, with 135 of those coming for his country. His recent Nations League campaign has been nothing short of spectacular, contributing five goals in five appearances.

The forward reached the monumental milestone of 900 goals in September, and while many fans speculate he could target 1,000 goals, Ronaldo remains grounded:

"If you ask me if I want to reach a thousand goals. It's normal to want it. But I don't think about it. Think game by game. In three months, I will be 40 years old. It's about taking it easy and enjoying."

Playing for Portugal: Where Passion Meets Purpose
Ronaldo's love for the game shines brightest when he dons the national jersey. After his stellar display against Poland, where he generated a game-high 2.06 expected goals (xG) from five shots, he reflected on what motivates him:

"That's what I've been doing, especially in the national team, which is where I like to play the most. I like to play for the national team, and I really enjoy coming here. Scoring goals and good performances helps too."

His passion for representing Portugal has not waned, and his focus remains firmly on cherishing every moment. Cristiano Ronaldo, who has defined football for nearly two decades, is approaching the conclusion of a career that has inspired millions. As he reflects on his legacy and future, one thing is clear - Ronaldo's love for the game will dictate the timing of his retirement, not external pressures.