Ronaldo retired as men's international football's most-capped player (234 appearances) and all-time leading goalscorer (146 goals). Cristiano Ronaldo has called time on his legendary 23-year international career with Portugal, stepping away as the all-time men's leader in appearances and. Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his international retirement, bringing an end to his 23-year Portugal career. The 41-year-old bows out for his country having set men's international records for.