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The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) has unveiled a redesigned version of its iconic No. 7 jersey in tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo following his retirement from international football.
The new design features a subtle line running through the centre of the number, symbolising Ronaldo’s legacy with the national team while complying with FIFA regulations, which prohibit the formal retirement of shirt numbers in international football.
The redesigned jersey is set to make its debut when Portugal face Denmark in the UEFA Nations League on Saturday.
“Time to debut a new 7. Because there’s one that will be eternal,” the Portuguese national team announced on social media, accompanying the message with a goat emoji in recognition of Ronaldo’s status as one of football’s greatest players.
Ronaldo, 41, ended his international career earlier this month after making 234 appearances and scoring 146 goals for Portugal, both national records.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner played a central role in Portugal’s most successful era, including their triumph at the 2016 European Championship and the 2019 UEFA Nations League.
His departure brings an end to a 23-year international career during which he became the most capped player in the country’s history and one of the most recognisable figures in world football.
Portugal will now begin a new chapter without their long-serving captain, with the identity of the player who will inherit the No. 7 shirt yet to be announced.
The redesigned jersey serves as a tribute to Ronaldo’s contribution to Portuguese football as the national team prepares to move forward without its most celebrated player.
