Cristiano Ronaldo

International Career

Cristiano Ronaldo's international career with Portugal has been highly successful, marked by numerous records and tournament victories.

International Debut

20 August 2003

Ronaldo made his international debut for Portugal at the age of 18 in a match against Kazakhstan.

First International Goal

UEFA Euro 2004

Ronaldo scored his first international goal at Euro 2004 in a group stage match against Greece. Portugal reached the final but lost to Greece again.

Youngest Goalscorer for Portugal

2006 FIFA World Cup

At the age of 21 years and 132 days, Ronaldo became the youngest ever goalscorer for Portugal at a World Cup finals during the 2006 tournament.

Captaincy

July 2008

Ronaldo assumed the captaincy of the Portugal national team.

First Major Tournament Title

UEFA Euro 2016

Ronaldo led Portugal to their first major tournament title at Euro 2016, where they won the championship.

UEFA Nations League Victory

2019

Ronaldo led Portugal to victory in the inaugural UEFA Nations League, receiving the top scorer award in the finals.

Most International Caps and Goals

2023

Ronaldo became the player with the most international caps and goals in men's football history.