Cristiano Ronaldo's stance on playing at 2026 World Cup after crashing out of Euro 2024
manchestereveningnews.co.ukThe future of Cristiano Ronaldo's international career remains uncertain after Portugal's exit from Euro 2024. Ronaldo and Co were eliminated on Friday night by France, who were 5-3 victors in their quarter-final penalty shootout after a goalless 120 minutes at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner made it clear earlier in the tournament that this would be his final Euros at the age of 39.
But that of course doesn't rule out his participation at the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada in two years' time.
He's previously hinted that he intends on being on the plane to North America, regardless of his age. READ MORE: Man United captain Bruno Fernandes shows true colours after Cristiano Ronaldo spat READ MORE: 'It needs to be addressed' – Sir Alex Ferguson’s ex-assistant makes Ronaldo thoughts clear In an interview with Arsenal legend Freddie Ljungberg last December, Portugal boss Roberto Martinez revealed a conversation he had with Ronaldo when he took charge. "He was very close to reaching 200 caps," Martinez explained. "Something nobody has ever done before.
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