Cristiano Ronaldo, on a day when Lionel Messi approaches the end of his playing career, continues his path with serious determination at the age of 41. While it was thought that this football star would end his career after the 2026 World Cup, he has returned to the field with renewed motivation and an impressive record of 233 international matches and 146 goals.
Georges Jesus' Presence and New Motivations
The presence of Georges Jesus, Ronaldo's former coach at Al Nassr, as the new head coach of the Portugal national team has given this player a fresh spirit. In his press conference, Ronaldo emphasized that his main goal is to reach the milestone of 1000 goals and strive for victory in the Nations League. He confidently stated, "With Jesus' arrival, a new era has begun, and we all hope that everything goes excellently."
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Response to Criticism and Rumors
During the conference, Ronaldo sarcastically pointed out that some critical media outlets love to consider his career finished. He said, "I know how to dodge bullets and I have completely gotten used to this situation." This response reflects his strong will to continue his journey in the world of football.
When one journalist asked him about his retirement date, Ronaldo replied with a meaningful laugh: "I would love to answer, but I can’t because I don’t know myself! Since I turned 30, I’ve learned to just live in the moment." This response indicates his unwillingness to plan for an uncertain future.
Ronaldo also mentioned that if he comes to the national team, it is due to his positive impact at the club, and this gives him more motivation to continue his activities in the national team. He said, "I am an effective player and I can help this team. The honor of wearing the Portugal jersey is above any other feeling."
In the end, when the topic of his participation in future finals came up, Ronaldo laughed and said, "I am no longer at an age to plan for tomorrow; I only think about today. I know very well that many of you are counting the days until I no longer come to the national team." This statement shows that despite all the criticism, he remains steadfast on his path and hopeful for the future.
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