Ronaldo commits to Portugal and targets 1,000 career goals

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 23 Sept, 17:50

Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed he will continue playing for Portugal, targeting 1,000 career goals.

The 41-year-old is 21 goals short of the 1,000-goal milestone for club and country. He said he considered retiring from international football after the World Cup but has decided to continue. Ronaldo captained Portugal at the summer World Cup, where they were eliminated by Spain in the last 16.

How it is being reported

• Ronaldo eyes scoring 1,000th goal for Portugal after considering international retirementSky Sports · 23 Sept, 19:00
• Cristiano Ronaldo defiant over his Portugal future as he eyes 1,000 career goals landmarkIndependent Sport · 23 Sept, 17:38
• Cristiano Ronaldo vows to play on for Portugal and targets 1,000 career goalsThe Guardian · 23 Sept, 17:02

In this story: Cristiano Ronaldo · Portugal · Jorge Jesus · Spain

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