Now, almost forty, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to resist natural decline, with the enviable statistic of 44 goals in 45 matches, in all competitions, this season. With Portugal, he once again rose to the rank of top scorer in a qualifying campaign ideally succeeded by Roberto Martinez: ten victories in as many matches, with 36 goals scored (including 10 from CR7).
“Cristiano is ready to help the team and give everything. There is no other player in world football who can bring to a locker room what Cristiano can bring.said coach Roberto Martinez, who praised the very consistent performances of the former Real Madrid star with his Saudi club, Al-Nassr. “He has a lot of experience, he has already participated in five Euros, and this will be his sixth. He is a player who knows how to use spaces in the penalty area. He is a truly special finisher and player. »
Asked about his attacker’s ability to defend well, the coach wanted to be reassuring. “It is important for us to attack and defend with 11 players. Cristiano’s concentration, his reaction to losing the ball and his defensive actions have been perfect in our last 11 matches. For me, there is therefore no doubt or concern. »
At the Euro, Portugal will enter the fray on June 18 against the Czech Republic, before facing Turkey (on the 22nd) then Georgia (on the 26th) in Group F.
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