After Portugal won the UEFA Nations League in Munich, Germany, Cristiano Ronaldo hinted at his possible retirement. The 40-year-old striker showed visible emotion and tears as Portugal defeated Spain 5-3 in a thrilling penalty shootout at the Allianz Arena. Ronaldo scored during regular time to help level the match at 2-2 and then watched his teammates secure the win in front of a packed stadium.
Since the FIFA World Cup in Qatar in 2022, fans have speculated whether Ronaldo will participate in another World Cup. As he will turn 41 by the next tournament, many question his desire and ability to continue playing. This emotional moment sparked discussions about the future of one of football’s greatest legends.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Emotional Moment After Portugal’s Nations League Victory
After the UEFA Nations League win, Ronaldo told reporters, “I want to continue playing as long as I do not get seriously injured.” He added, “You know how old I am already. Obviously, I’m closer to the end than I was at the beginning, but I have to enjoy every moment. If I don’t get seriously injured, I’ll keep going.”
Ronaldo’s work ethic speaks for itself, and he proved it once again during the finals by being the first player to run out onto the field for the pre-game warm-up. As he appeared, several fans immediately grabbed their mobile phones and started recording him.