Yes, Cristiano Ronaldo is very likely to play at the 2026 World Cup, but it is not fully official until Portugal names its final squad.
Portugal has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, and Ronaldo has said that the 2026 tournament will be his last World Cup. If he plays, it will be his sixth World Cup, after appearing in 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022.
There is one important detail. Being expected to play is not the same as being guaranteed to start every match. Ronaldo will be 41 during the tournament, so Portugal’s coach could use him as a starter, a rotation player, or a late game attacking option. That depends on his fitness, form, and the opponent.
Ronaldo is still Portugal’s captain and one of the biggest names in football. For many fans, the 2026 World Cup feels like his final chance to win the one major trophy missing from his career.
