At 39 years old, Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make history as the first player to appear in six European Championships. However, he has already lost the record for being the tournament's oldest player to his teammate Pepe, who is 41 years old. Ronaldo's presence on the field also means he has appeared in every Euros since 2004 and has scored in each one. Tonight, if he scores in their Group F opener against Czechia, he will also become the oldest-ever scorer in the tournament.
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make history at the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament in Germany. At age 39, he will become the first player to appear in six European Championships.
Ronaldo has been a mainstay in the Portugal squad since his debut in 2003, and he has played a pivotal role in the team's success. He captained Portugal to its first major international title at Euro 2016 and was named the tournament's Golden Boot winner.
While Ronaldo's appearance at Euro 2024 is a testament to his longevity and unwavering commitment to his country, it also marks a bittersweet moment. He is now the oldest player in the tournament, and it is unlikely that he will be able to continue playing at the international level for much longer.
However, Ronaldo remains determined to make the most of his remaining time with the Portugal national team. He has scored in every European Championship he has played in, and he will be hoping to add to his tally in Germany. If he does so, he will become the oldest player to ever score in the tournament.
Top 5 FAQs Related to Cristiano Ronaldo and Euro 2024
1. How old will Cristiano Ronaldo be at Euro 2024? Ronaldo will be 39 years old at Euro 2024.
2. Has Cristiano Ronaldo ever won the European Championship? Yes, Ronaldo captained Portugal to victory at Euro 2016.
3. Is Cristiano Ronaldo the oldest player to ever play in the European Championship? No, Ronaldo's teammate Pepe is currently the oldest player to ever play in the European Championship. Pepe is 41 years old.
4. Has Cristiano Ronaldo ever scored in the European Championship? Yes, Ronaldo has scored in every European Championship he has played in.
5. What is Cristiano Ronaldo's goal record for the European Championship? Ronaldo has scored 14 goals in the European Championship, making him the tournament's all-time top scorer.
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