Cristiano Ronaldo is on the cusp of making history as he prepares to participate in his record-breaking sixth European Championship. Portugal’s opening match against the Czech Republic marks the beginning of this incredible journey, and with Roberto Martinez at the helm, the team is poised to make a strong impression.
Cristiano Ronaldo to play his record sixth tournament in UEFA Euro 2024
Ronaldo’s impressive career has been marked by numerous accolades, including a European Championship title in 2016. Although he was forced to leave the pitch injured in the final against France, Eder’s winning goal in extra time secured the victory for Portugal.
The player with most goals and appearances in UEFA Euro Cup
His first appearance at the tournament was in 2004 on home soil, where he scored against eventual winners Greece on his Euros debut. Since then, he has scored in every edition of the tournament, showcasing his enduring talent. With 25 appearances at the finals, Ronaldo has only missed one game throughout his five participations in the tournament.
Currently playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo recently scored twice against the Republic of Ireland in a friendly match, extending his international goals record to 130. At the European Championships, Ronaldo has consistently demonstrated his prowess, scoring 14 goals and making him the competition’s all-time top scorer ahead of Michel Platini.
If he scores in Germany, he will become the oldest ever Euros goalscorer, surpassing Austria’s Ivica Vastic, who achieved the feat at 38 years and 257 days old. As Portugal prepares to take on the best teams in Europe, Ronaldo’s experience and leadership will be crucial in guiding the team through the challenging tournament.
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