Cristiano Ronaldo Reveals He Will Hang Up His Boots if Portugal Wins World Cup

• Embattled Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo has disclosed he will consider retiring from international football if Portugal wins the 2022 World Cup
• Ronaldo heads to his fifth Mundial as the holder of a myriad of records including the enviable record of most international goals with 117 goals
• Despite his overwhelming dominance in the UEFA Champions League, the 37-year-old forward is yet to lay his hands on the coveted World Cup trophy

Cristiano Ronaldo has shed light on his plans to call time on his international career should Portugal clinch the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

Ronaldo has endured a torrid second season for Manchester United, making the news for the wrong reasons contrary to his fairytale clutch performance last term.

Aside from his struggles on the field, the 37-year-old forward recently dominated the headlines on the back of a sensational interview with Piers Morgan, literally shading all and sundry at United.

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His interview has since ruffled the feathers of the top hierarchy and supporters alike with many calling for his immediate exit from the club.

Despite his recent attitude coupled with his explosive interview with the ace broadcaster, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner will be hoping to redeem his 'dying' image during the 2022 World Cup, which could be his last dance at the global showpiece.

He recently missed Portugal's comprehensive victory against Nigeria in their final warm-up game but will most likely start in his side's curtain-raiser against Ghana on Thursday, November 24.

When asked if he will consider retirement should the 2016 European champions win the World Cup, Ronaldo responded: "Yes. Retired, 100 per cent," as quoted by ESPNFC.

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Portugal boss Fernando Santos has hinted at possibly dropping embattled Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo.

So far this season, Cristiano only has three goals to his name as and his struggles have not been limited to the pitch alone.

Off the pitch, the 37-year-old is making headlines for his sensational interview with Piers Morgan, where he all but burned bridges with his current club Manchester United.