Madrid : Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo’s announcement of his retirement from international football on November 5, 2026, sent shockwaves across the sporting world. While former clubs like Manchester United and Sporting CP, alongside global bodies like FIFA and UEFA, rushed to honor his stellar career, one notable name remained completely silent: Real Madrid.
As of reports following his announcement, Real Madrid has not published a statement, social media post, or tribute acknowledging Ronaldo’s historic career. This absence is particularly striking given his monumental nine-year stint in the Spanish capital (2009–2018), where he cemented his legacy as the club’s all-time leading goalscorer with 450 goals in 438 official appearances, securing four UEFA Champions League titles.
While the silence does not inherently indicate a rift between the player and his former club, the stark contrast with widespread global tributes has left fans and analysts puzzled over the omission by Los Blancos.
