Ronaldo’s World Cup farewell remains undecided after Portugal’s Spain setback
TL;DR
Cristiano Ronaldo says this World Cup is likely his last, but he will not rush a retirement decision as Portugal are eliminated by Spain 1-0 in the round of 16, courtesy of a late Merino goal. He remains proud of his Portugal career, praises manager Roberto Martinez, and plans to reflect with his family before deciding on the future.
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- Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career AP News
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