For Cristiano Ronaldo, the 2026 World Cup could be an ideal opportunity to put an end to his adventure with the Portuguese selection. A chapter opened in 2003, which the fivefold Ballon d'Or hopes to close at the end of its sixth participation in the Queen of Football competition.
Asked about his desire to finally raise the World Cup, the Al-Nassr striker assured that he was far from making an obsession. He believes that he has already marked the history of his country by winning Euro 2016, the first major title of the Seleção Das Quinas.
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“I don't think I'm missing titles honestly”entrusted CR7 to beIN SPORTS. “I think I realized my dream of winning something with the national team: the Euro. It would not be fair for me to say “I miss the World Cup”. I am very grateful for what I have and what I have accomplished on and outside the field. If it happens, I will be there, ready, prepared, proud, and it would make me really happy, but honestly, it is not my goal. ”
While he blowed his 40 candles this Wednesday, February 5, Funchal's child would be 41 years old at the next World Cup, scheduled for the summer of 2026 and organized jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico. As a reminder, Ronaldo is currently the only player to have scored in five editions, with a total of 8 goals in 22 games. A record that he could still improve during his last dance on the international scene.
