Former Real Madrid and Manchester United forward Ronaldo, the all-time leading men’s international appearance-maker and scorer with 143 goals in 226 games, is already one of six players to have played in five World Cups — alongside long-time rival Lionel Messi.

Eli Junior Kroupi scored against Manchester City this Tuesday after choosing France over Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal. This Tuesday, Arsenal secured the Premier League title after 22 years thanks to Manchester City’s 1-1 draw against Bournemouth.

Cristiano Ronaldo is 41, but ​Portugal coach Roberto Martinez said age is only a number and that his captain is judged on current form and by the ‌same standards as everyone else.

Roberto Martinez has dismissed any suggestion that Cristiano Ronaldo's move to the Saudi Pro League has diminished his effectiveness on the international stage.

Cristiano Ronaldo has returned from injury and is fit to play for Al Nassr. Cristiano Ronaldo, even at 41 years old, remains a central figure for both his club, Al Nassr, and the Portugal national team.