Cristiano Ronaldo says he considered retiring from Portugal duty after World Cup but will continue as “an asset.”

Ronaldo contemplated stepping away from international football post-World Cup but chose to stay after discussions with the FA, declaring himself an asset. Reactions show a genuine split driven by tribal football dynamics: supporters praise his mentality and longevity while critics mock the claim and call him a liability.

“🚨🇵🇹 Cristiano Ronaldo: “I thought about RETIRING from international football after the World Cup”. “But I spoke to the President, Coach and I am still here. I am an asset, I can help”.”