Cristiano Ronaldo Says He Can Still Score for Portugal Though Knows Critics Want Him Out of Team
- Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo committed to his international career on Wednesday, targeting 1,000 career goals and the UEFA Nations League title under new head coach Jorge Jesus.
- Following Portugal's World Cup exit against Spain, Ronaldo contemplated retirement but opted to continue his international tenure after discussions with the Portuguese and Jesus.
- The 41-year-old forward will win his 234th cap against Wales in Lisbon on Thursday, as Jesus confirmed the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star will start the Nations League fixture.
- Dismissing recent criticism after Leading Portuguese newspaper A Bola excluded him from a reader poll, Ronaldo currently stands on 979 official career goals, including 146 for his national side.
- Reflecting on over 20 years in professional football, Ronaldo insists he remains committed to Portugal for as long as he is wanted, rather than obsessing over his 1,000-goal milestone.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has said he had considered giving up international football after the 2026 World Cup, but confirmed he plans to continue playing for Portugal and hopes to reach 1,000 goals for the club and national team. Ronaldo, who is 21 goals away from this moment, admitted that some critics are trying to “kill” him, but is determined to continue.Ronaldo, who has played 233 games for his country, was captain of Portugal in the summer of the…
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Cristiano Ronaldo says he can still score for Portugal though knows cr
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo weighed ending his Portugal career after the World Cup and acknowledged Wednesday some critics at home want him out of the team. The 41-year-old Ronaldo was confirmed by coach Jorge Jesus
The Portuguese star spoke about his future, the national team and his desire to continue making history
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