Cristiano Ronaldo has publicly confirmed that he will continue his international football career with Portugal. The 39-year-old forward, who has earned 233 caps for his country, admitted that he had contemplated stepping away from international duty following Portugal's exit in the last 16 of the recent World Cup against Spain.

Despite the disappointment of that tournament, Ronaldo expressed a renewed commitment to the national team. His stated ambition is to reach a career total of 1,000 goals for both club and country. Currently, he sits 21 goals short of that target. During his comments, Ronaldo addressed the scrutiny he faces, noting that he is aware of critics who he feels are attempting to diminish his career, yet he remains determined to persist at the highest level.

The decision marks a significant moment for the Portuguese squad, as Ronaldo remains a central figure despite the ongoing debate regarding his role in the team as he approaches the later stages of his career. While he acknowledged the difficulty of his recent decisions, his focus has shifted toward the pursuit of his next major statistical milestone.