Even at the age of 38 shows Cristiano Ronaldo nor what is in him. The world star shot it Portuguese national team early to the 2024 European Championship – and has big plans there.
In the European Championship qualifier between Portugal and Slovakia – the top game in Group J – Cristiano Ronaldo, who plays in Saudi Arabia, returned to the European stage. The world star scored a brace in the 3-2 win, allowing the Seleção to secure their participation in the big tournament early.
The European Championships in Germany are likely to be the 38-year-old’s last major tournament. “I hope that I will be at Euro 2024, even if there is still a lot of time until then. I hope that I don’t have any problems or injuries. I hope to be able to play,” Ronaldo explained after the win on Friday evening (via Fabrizio Romano).
However, the five-time world footballer does not want to think about resigning from the national team after the European Championships. “I don’t think about the future, I think short-term and always try to enjoy the moment. I’m not saying I’ll play until I’m 45 or something, such deadlines don’t help,” said CR7, who is visible in the Portuguese national team feels comfortable: “I left Portugal early, but it will always be my home. They support me in every stadium in Portugal.”
And further: “I love playing for the national team. We played well and qualified because we have an excellent team and an excellent coach like Martinez.”
At the European Championships, Portugal, which only won the tournament in 2016, will once again be among the favorites. With stars like Bruno Fernandes, Goncalo Ramos, Rafael Leao and Diogo Jota, the team has many title-hungry offensive forces alongside their veteran Ronaldo.
2023-10-14 10:26:14
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