Portuguese roller hockey figures João Rodrigues and António Ramalhete in news

João Rodrigues, the 36-year-old captain of the Portuguese national roller hockey team, has announced his retirement from international competition. The Benfica forward leaves the national squad after more than 150 appearances and over 200 goals, having led the team to European and World Championship titles.

Separately, legendary former goalkeeper António Ramalhete, 79, has been hospitalized at Egas Moniz Hospital in Lisbon. Ramalhete, widely regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the sport, is reported to be in a condition with a reserved prognosis and is currently unable to speak.