Cristiano Ronaldo has been called up to the Portugal national team at the age of 41, continuing his extraordinary international career following the appointment of Jorge Jesus as head coach.
Ronaldo is set to feature in Portugal’s upcoming Nations League fixtures, with the schedule including a home match against Wales, away games against Norway and Denmark, and another home meeting with Norway.
The latest call-up underlines Ronaldo’s remarkable longevity at international level. The Portugal captain made his senior debut on August 20, 2003, when he was just 18 years old, in a match against Kazakhstan.
More than two decades later, Ronaldo remains a key part of the national team setup. He has now made 233 appearances for Portugal and scored 146 goals, both figures reflecting his extraordinary contribution to the country since his debut.
During his international career, Ronaldo has also helped Portugal win the UEFA European Championship and two UEFA Nations League titles.
His continued involvement means Ronaldo could still be playing international football deep into his forties. He would be 42 years old when the next Nations League final takes place and could be 43 by EURO 2028, should he remain part of Portugal’s plans.
With Jorge Jesus now in charge, Ronaldo’s latest selection adds another chapter to one of the longest international careers in modern football. From making his debut as an 18-year-old in 2003 to receiving another Portugal call-up at 41, his international longevity remains a defining feature of his career.
