Cristiano Ronaldo is among the most prolific scorers football has ever seen and one of its most enduring stars. His World Cup story spans multiple tournaments — and, at his age, 2026 carries extra significance.
A Long World Cup History
Ronaldo has represented Portugal across several World Cups since the mid-2000s, becoming a talismanic figure for his country and a holder of numerous international scoring records.
The Trophy That Got Away
Despite his Euro 2016 triumph and a UEFA Nations League title with Portugal, the World Cup itself has remained out of reach — the one major honour missing from an extraordinary CV.
The 2026 Question
With the 2026 tournament arriving late in his career, attention turns to whether this is Ronaldo’s last shot at the trophy. Whatever happens, his longevity at the elite level remains one of the sport’s remarkable stories.
