Portugal national team honors Cristiano Ronaldo following his international retirement

The Portuguese national football team is set to honor Cristiano Ronaldo during the UEFA Nations League match against Denmark on November 14, 2026, in Braga. This tribute follows Ronaldo’s recent announcement that he is retiring from international duty after a historic 23-year career representing his country. The event marks the beginning of a post-Ronaldo era for the team, led by manager Jorge Jesus.

To commemorate his legacy, all players will wear jerseys featuring the number 7 during the pre-match period. Additionally, the match will include a symbolic moment of applause in the 7th minute. The Portuguese Football Federation, in collaboration with team captains including Bernardo Silva, Ruben Dias, and Bruno Fernandes, has also announced a redesign of the number 7 graphic on official jerseys to preserve the legacy associated with Ronaldo's specific design, which will be archived as a tribute. This decision follows reports of previous tensions between the player and the coaching staff during his final selection period, though the current sentiment focuses on celebrating his immense contribution to Portuguese sports.