Cristiano Ronaldo Junior has been called up by Portugal Under-17 national team for the first time in his career.
The 16-year-old, who is popularly known as ‘Cristianinho’, was included in head coach Filipe Ramos’ 23-man squad for the upcoming UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifying matches.
The young forward currently plays his club football for Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr’s youth academy.
Cristiano Junior made his international debut for the Portugal Under-15 team in May 2025.
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Portugal will face Andorra, Bulgaria and Serbia in the UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifying matches this month.
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