Global football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he is "practically certain" he will not participate in the much-anticipated 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, citing personal decisions and long-term planning.

Legendary soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo said Saturday that he won't play in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup despite participating teams expressing interest in signing him.

Cristiano Ronaldo says he's almost certain he will not be playing at the Club World Cup, dealing a blow to FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s hopes of having one of soccer’s biggest attractions at the tournament.