Luis Nani Pays Tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo After His Retirement Announcement

Former Portuguese footballer Luis Nani has praised Cristiano Ronaldo following his retirement from international football. Nani, who played alongside Ronaldo for the national team, called him the “best of all time” and said he inspired a generation of Portuguese players.

In a post on social media, Nani expressed pride in being part of Ronaldo’s journey. He stated, “You inspired us all and made us believe that, as Portuguese, we could be the best in the world.” Nani emphasized that Ronaldo made the country proud and served as a role model for future players.

Nani shared that their time together included both memorable moments and disagreements, which helped them grow. He thanked Ronaldo for his contributions to Portugal, saying, “What you did for Portugal and for all of us will never be forgotten.”

Ronaldo announced his retirement after Portugal’s matches in November, concluding a remarkable 23-year career with the national team. During this time, he made 234 appearances and scored 146 goals, setting records in men’s international football. He also led Portugal to victory in the 2016 European Championship and the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and 2025.