Roberto Martinez wants Portugal players to emulate Ronaldo’s hunger
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated May 30, 2026
Roberto Martinez emphasizes the importance of Cristiano Ronaldo's hunger for success to the Portugal national team ahead of the World Cup. Martinez believes that players should not only mimic Ronaldo's training or diet but adopt his relentless drive. As Portugal prepares for the tournament, instilling this mindset is key for the team's performance. The focus is on building a competitive spirit that goes beyond simply replicating Ronaldo's physical regimen.
- •Martinez focuses on Ronaldo’s drive, not just his fitness.
- •Portugal is preparing for the World Cup with a strong mentality.
- •Ronaldo is no longer just the team’s top scorer.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — One Cristiano Ronaldo quality that Roberto Martinez wants all Portugal players to learn before World Cup
"Roberto Martinez wants Portugal players to learn Cristiano Ronaldo’s hunger before the World Cup, not just copy his training or diet. The message matters because Ronaldo is no longer just Portugal’s greatest scorer.
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