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Ronaldo's Portugal career ended in shame, but at his peak he was a dominant force

Though his national team career finished in parody and mockery, we should remember Cristiano Ronaldo for what he was at his peak: an almost unstoppable player for his country.

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Ronaldo's incredible international career: Best moments, key stats as he retires from Portugal duty

Here's a look at some of the many highlights of Cristiano Ronaldo's 23-year career winning trophies and breaking records with Portugal's national team.

INDIAN SPORTS

DAILY UPDATES

Tanvi Patri wins Youth Olympics silver medal; Maaya in Chennai Open singles and doubles quarterfinals: Indian Sports LIVE, November 6

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TOP HEADLINES

ASIAN CHAMPIONS TROPHY

INDIA CLINCH TITLE

Asian Champions Trophy: India clinch third straight title after beating Japan 4-1 in final

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Asian Champions Trophy: India enter final after 8-1 win over South Korea

SAFF CHAMPIONSHIP

INDIA VS PAKISTAN; 3 PM ONWARDS

India 3-2 Pakistan: Suhail Bhat stars as defending champions open SAFF Championship 2026 with win

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Indian Super League

ISL 2026/27: Mohun Bagan win five-goal thriller against Odisha FC; NorthEast United beat Churchill Brothers

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ISL Musings: SC Delhi's amazing comeback, Chennaiyin's drought, NorthEast goal for the ages

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

UCL stats: Yamal breaks Mbappe's record with 14; PSG, Madrid, Como set records; Mbappe 100; Raphinha overtakes Rivaldo

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UCL talking points: First upsetting United, now NINE goals!? Are Como the real deal?

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Wednesday's Champions League reaction

Kuyt: Win vs. Liverpool 'another miracle in Istanbul'

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MANCHESTER UNITED

PREMIER LEAGUE

Run, Man United, run: How preseason fitness can hinder Premier League form

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