Braga:The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) has announced a redesign of the national team's iconic No. 7 jersey to honor Cristiano Ronaldo, following his retirement from international football.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the new design, featuring a horizontal stroke through the number 7, will debut in Portugal's UEFA Nations League match against Denmark on Saturday. This game marks Portugal's first appearance since Ronaldo's retirement.

The FPF stated that the change aims to preserve the original design associated with Ronaldo's illustrious international career while allowing future players to continue wearing the number. This decision comes as FIFA and UEFA squad-numbering regulations prevent national teams from permanently retiring shirt numbers.

Club Brugge winger Carlos Forbs is expected to be the first player to wear the redesigned No. 7 jersey against Denmark. Ronaldo, aged 41, announced his international retirement on November 5, concluding a 23-year career as the most-capped player and leading goalscorer in men's international football, with 234 appearances and 146 goals. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner played a crucial role in Portugal's victories at Euro 2016 and the UEFA Nations League titles in 2019 and 2025.