Cristiano Ronaldo Conquers the Nations League and Sheds Tears of Joy
Portugal’s captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, couldn’t contain his emotion and tears after his national team’s victory in the Nations League. The triumph, which was decided in an exciting penalty shootout against Spain, meant the second title of this tournament for Portugal, and for Ronaldo, an achievement that surpasses any club-level success.
The Portuguese star, author of his 138th goal with the national team in the match, watched from the bench as his teammates secured the victory from the penalty spot, after a 2-2 draw. Joy overflowed for Ronaldo, who added this title to his international record, which already includes the 2016 European Championship and the 2019 Nations League.
What joy! Winning for Portugal is always special. I have many titles with clubs, but nothing is better than winning for Portugal. It’s tears. It’s duty fulfilled and a lot of joy.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Ronaldo highlighted the importance of this triumph for the current generation of Portuguese footballers and for their families, who accompanied him in this special moment. The captain emphasized the pride of leading his team and the satisfaction of reaching the top in an international competition.
Although his future in football remains uncertain, with offers from other teams and negotiations to extend his contract with Al Nassr, Ronaldo is focused on celebrating this new success, playing the final with an injury.
It’s beautiful. It’s for our nation. We are a small people, but with a very big ambition. The future is in the short term. Now it’s time to rest well. I had the injury and that was the maximum, the maximum.
Cristiano Ronaldo
