©️🇵🇹 Bernardo Silva will be the new captain of the Portuguese national team after Cristiano Ronaldo. https://t.co/skHh7yNVWh
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 7, 2026
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Cristiano Ronaldo's successor: He becomes Portugal captain
The player with the most international caps takes over the superstar's captain's armband.
An era came to an end in Portugal on Thursday: Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football.
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With 234 caps and 146 goals, Ronaldo was his nation's ultimate record appearance holder. In addition, he led the "Selecao" onto the pitch as captain for many, many years.
Bernardo Silva becomes new captain
As far as the captain's armband is concerned, a successor has already been found. According to unanimous reports, Bernardo Silva will take over the captaincy.
The 32-year-old Real Madrid midfielder already has 115 caps under his belt (14 goals), making him the most experienced Portuguese player at national team level.
His first match as Portugal captain is scheduled for November 14, with a home game against Denmark right around the corner in the UEFA Nations League.
