Under the starlight in the early hours of the morning, a thrilling European Cup 1/8 final finally came to an end. Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo, the football legend, is once again in the spotlight, but this time, his eyes are full of mixed emotions - the joy of victory, the regret of missing points, and the deep concern for his family.
The process of the competition can be described as twists and turns. Portugal and Slovenia battled fiercely until extra time, and the two sides were still inseparable. At the critical moment, Ronaldo stepped up, and he stood in front of the penalty spot with the hope of the whole team on his shoulders. However, fate seemed to play a joke on him, as the ball slid over the post and failed to help the team break the deadlock. At that moment, Ronaldo's eyes were full of loss and self-blame, and he broke down and cried for a while. Luckily, his team-mates didn't give up, and after a penalty shoot-out, Portugal won 3-0 and advanced to the quarter-finals.
After the game, Ronaldo gave an exclusive interview to RTP. He was honest about his feelings: "That's football, sometimes it gives you the bitterness of defeat, but it also gives you a chance to make amends. I know those who fail, but also those who dare to try. I've played for so many years and scored more than 200 penalties, but every shot on goal was saved. I've lost two penalty shootouts this year, but this time I won. I think football is fair sometimes because Portugal deserves to win! ”
Talking about the tears after losing the point in extra time, Ronaldo's eyes were filled with tears again. "Because my family came to watch the game, they were in the stands and represented a unique emotion," he explained. I can't put into words how I feel, they are the people I cherish the most in my life. I didn't want to disappoint them, so when I missed the penalty I was really excited. ”
The support of his family has always been Ronaldo's driving force. In interviews, he mentioned many times the influence of his family on him: "My family is the most important person in my life. They have always supported me and encouraged me to face all challenges. When I missed the penalty, I knew they had to be disappointed. But luckily we won the game and I hope to make up for their regrets with a win. ”
For the next game, Ronaldo is full of confidence. "It's definitely going to be a tough battle against France," he said. They are both favourites to win the European Championships, but we won't be afraid. We will fight until the last minute and that is the spirit of football. Win or lose, I will do my best for the Portugal national team jersey. I've been doing this for 20 years. ”
When talking about why he insisted on taking the first penalty after conceding extra-time, Ronaldo showed his domineering and responsibility: "As captain, I have to take responsibility. I can't be afraid of failure or responsibility. I've never been afraid to face anything. Sometimes I do it right, sometimes I don't do it right, but giving up is something you'll never hear from me. ”
However, in this interview, Ronaldo also revealed a shocking news - this will be his last European Championship. "There's no doubt that this is my last dance at the Euros," he said affectionately. I don't play football to say goodbye, but to enjoy the joy and passion that this journey brings. I've been playing for the national team for 20 years, bringing joy to people, to my family, to my kids, and that's my biggest motivation. ”
This news undoubtedly made countless fans feel sorry and reluctant. As a legend in football, Ronaldo's every appearance tugs at the heartstrings of countless people. His speed, power, technique, and leadership qualities are breathtaking. He has written legendary stories with his own efforts and sweat, and has become a hero in the hearts of countless people.
Looking back at Cristiano Ronaldo's career, he played in six European Championships and scored in the previous five. He also made history by helping Portugal win the European Championship in 2016. Now, as he gets older and his form declines, it makes sense that he chose to say goodbye to the national team after this European Championship.
But even so, Ronaldo still maintains his love and dedication to football. He said he would continue to play for the club and strive to achieve great results in the final stages of his career. He also encouraged young players to cherish their opportunities and work hard for their dreams.
Finally, let us once again send our most sincere blessings and respect to Ronaldo. We would like to thank him for his great contribution and dedication to the cause of football, and thank him for bringing us countless wonderful moments and good memories. May he continue to be healthy, happy, and successful in the years to come!