Portugal has just been ousted from the 2018 World Cup. This disappointing result helped create a question mark for Cristiano Ronaldo's future in the national team.

Uruguay eliminated Uruguay in the last 16 after surrendering a score of 1-2 at Fisht Stadium on Sunday (1/7) early morning hrs. Ronaldo failed to contribute to Portugal despite creating six shots, more than all of Uruguay's squad (5).

The superstar who strengthened Real Madrid ended the tournament with four goals, which he made in the first two matches. Ronaldo scored three goals against Spain, and one other goal against Morocco.

However, few think that the 2018 World Cup is Ronaldo's last major tournament with Selecao das Quinas. The reason is, Ronaldo is currently 33 years old and will be 35 years old at the 2020 European Cup and 37 years at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Throughout his career defending Portugal, the five-time world best player has recorded 154 caps with 85 goals. Portugal coach Fernando Santos believes Ronaldo can still contribute in the future.

"I am sure that he still has a lot of things to give in football," Santos said after the match reported by the Guardian.

There is still a tournament in September, the UEFA League of Nations, and we hope he is still with us so he can help young players who need the example of their captain. "

"We have a team with many young players in it, and of course, we all want him with us," Santos added.