Portugal’s EURO 2024 campaign ended in disappointment as they were knocked out in the quarter-finals by France, losing on penalties. At 39 years old, there has been speculation that this tournament in Germany could be Cristiano Ronaldo‘s final appearance with the national team.
Ronaldo’s Record and Tournament Performance
Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in international football, with an impressive 130 goals in 212 appearances for Portugal. Despite his remarkable record, the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star struggled at Euro 2024, failing to score with any of his 23 attempts. He faced criticism for his performances, particularly after missing a penalty against Slovenia and being visibly emotional following the defeat to France.
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Martinez’s Perspective
When asked if this would be the end of Ronaldo’s journey with Portugal, manager Roberto Martinez responded: “No. Everything is too raw. We are still suffering the defeat. There’s no individual decisions at this point.”
What’s Next for Ronaldo?
Ronaldo will soon return to Saudi Arabia to prepare for the upcoming season with Al-Nassr. He will have to decide whether he wants to continue playing for Portugal. Reports suggest he is eager to continue and compete in the next World Cup in 2026, when he will be 41 years old.
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Atharva Shetye
