Cristiano Ronaldo reflects on career ahead of World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo addressed the media before Portugal's last-16 World Cup match against Spain, emphasizing that he is not the player he once was but still contributing effectively, having scored three goals so far in the tournament. At 41 years old, Ronaldo responded to critics and reiterated his resolve to play on his terms. He remarked on the emotional significance of this World Cup, calling it his most enjoyable, and expressed gratitude for the challenges he has faced in his career. The match will take place at the Dallas Cowboys' stadium.
- •Portugal faces Spain in a World Cup last-16 match.
- •Ronaldo has scored three goals in the tournament.
- •He emphasized his ongoing commitment to his role despite aging.
- •Ronaldo remarked this World Cup has been particularly enjoyable for him.
- •The match will be held at the home of the Dallas Cowboys.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Reflective Ronaldo takes on critics 'trying to kill me for 23 years'
"Cristiano Ronaldo admitted at the World Cup on Sunday he is not the player he once was but came out fighting against critics "trying to kill me for the past 23 years".Asked again about his international future, he shot back: "You have been trying to kill me for the past 23 years, but you must have seen that is not worth it, it's a waste of time, but you try and try and try and try and try.
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