Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the top scorers in the history of football, has expressed his affection and admiration for his compatriot Pepe, who announced his retirement from the professional football to the 41 years old.
With a career that established him as one of Portugal’s most prominent defenders, Kepler Laveran of Lima Ferreiraknown as Pepehas left an indelible mark on the sport.
Through an emotional post on his X account, formerly Twitter, Ronaldo highlighted the deep friendship he has forged with Pepe over the years.
“There are not enough words to express how much you mean to me, my friend. We won everything there was to win on the pitch, but the greatest achievement is the friendship and respect I have for you. You are unique, my brother. Thank you for so much,” wrote the Portuguese star.
There are not enough words to express how much you mean to me, friend.
We won everything there was to win on the field, but the greatest achievement is the friendship and respect I have for you. You are unique, my brother.
Thank you for so much. pic.twitter.com/2kNS889peS
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) August 8, 2024
The connection between Cristiano y Pepe dates back to 2002, when both began their paths at Sporting de Portugal.
The reunion in the Real Madrid was decisive, where together they won multiple titles, including three Champions League and numerous national championships. This successful partnership also shines in the national team, where both contributed to the historic victory of Portugal at Euro 2016 and the 2019 Nations League.
Pepewho has worn the shirts of renowned teams such as Real Madrid, Porto and Besiktas, has accumulated more than 30 trophies throughout his career, establishing himself as an iconic figure in Portuguese football.
The withdrawal of Pepe It marks the end of an era, but its legacy and the friendship that unites these two football giants will live on in the memories of fans.
