“I can leave”, – Ronaldo surprises with statement about Portugal national team
Cristiano Ronaldo has made a striking statement about his future with the Portugal national team, explaining under what circumstances he would be ready to end his international career.
Details: The 41-year-old forward has emphasized that he has no intention of forcing his way into the national team if the coaching staff and the Portuguese Football Federation no longer count on him. Ronaldo explained that he is prepared to leave immediately if the decision is made that his services are no longer required.
“If Portugal no longer want to rely on me, I can leave from today. I have no problem with that.
Or even the president. When they no longer want to rely on me in the national team, I’ll be the first to speak to them about it.
If they rely on me, I rely on them. And the Portuguese people rely on me. That’s why I continue playing for the national team”.
The Portuguese captain stressed that his continued participation in international football depends on mutual trust. As long as the national team counts on him, he remains willing to represent his country. At the same time, he made it clear that he would be the first to initiate a conversation about his departure if the situation changed.
It is worth noting that Ronaldo has been included in Portugal's squad for the UEFA Nations League opener against Wales on September 24. The 41-year-old striker holds the men's international football records for both appearances and goals scored.
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Steven Perez
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