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Cristiano Ronaldo vows to play on for Portugal and targets 1,000 career goals

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Rumour1 independent source roots · 1 total claims on file

Chronological Trajectory Map

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First Reported· Ben Fisher (The Guardian)
40d ago (23 Sept)

"Player reflects on critics, says ‘they’ve tried to kill me’ Jorge Jesus launches passionate defence of 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo said he considered quitting international football after the World Cup, but confirmed he plans to play on for Portugal and hopes to reach 1,000 goals for club and country."

State: Developing
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Official Resolution
40d ago (23 Sept)

"Player reflects on critics, says ‘they’ve tried to kill me’ Jorge Jesus launches passionate defence of 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo said he considered quitting international football after the World Cup, but confirmed he plans to play on for Portugal and hopes to reach 1,000 goa..."

State: Rumour Outcome Verified