Katia Aveiro: This match may be Ronaldo's final farewell
July 4, 2026 · Global
Katia Aveiro has hinted that Cristiano Ronaldo's farewell to the Portugal national team may be coming soon, describing the upcoming match against Croatia as possibly his final World Cup appearance.
Katia Aveiro, Cristiano Ronaldo's sister, believes that the striker's separation from the Portuguese national team could be imminent. He conveyed this to journalists in Toronto, where Portugal competed against Croatia in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup.
Aveiro expressed his confidence and happiness to be able to experience this moment with his brother. He described the match as the "last dance" for Ronaldo and Luka Modric, who are now in the final stages of their international careers.
When asked about the possibility of a final farewell, Aveiro said he had reliable information suggesting that this World Cup could be Ronaldo's last with the national team. However, he explained that this separation would not happen in this match.
The striker's sister also responded to the criticism Ronaldo has received in recent times. He argued that anyone who does not respect the player "doesn't understand football" and stressed the pride the whole family felt in his career.