Global FootballUpdated November 8

Sporting honors Ronaldo after international retirement.

The tribute came during Sporting’s match against Moreirense at José Alvalade. In the seventh minute, supporters stood and applauded Ronaldo; the report linked the timing to his shirt number. The moment followed his announcement that he was retiring from representing Portugal after 23 years, not from club football—he continues to play for Saudi side Al Nassr. Sporting is where he began his professional career, before moving to Manchester United in 2003. The applause met him at the club where his career first took shape.

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Coverage started November 7