Following Portugal’s UEFA Nations League victory against Spain, Cristiano Ronaldo hinted at the possibility of retirement. The emotional reaction of the 40-year-old player after the penalty shootout win raised questions about his future in the sport. The match, which culminated in a 5-3 penalty victory for Portugal following a 2-2 draw, took place at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Ronaldo scored a key goal during the game, finishing powerfully in the 61st minute. In his post-match interview, Ronaldo revealed that he played through an injury, highlighting his dedication to the Portuguese national team. Addressing the topic of retirement, he indicated that his career’s end is drawing closer, but he intends to continue playing as long as he avoids serious injuries. “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,” he commented. Regarding the win, Ronaldo stated, “I have many titles with my clubs, but nothing is better than winning for Portugal. These are tears. It’s mission accomplished and so much joy.” He went on to say, “I had already felt it during the warmup, I had been feeling it for some time, but for the national team, if I had to break my leg, I would have broken it. It’s for a trophy, I had to play and I gave it my all.” Ronaldo also shared that playing for Portugal held a unique significance, regardless of his club experiences.
