On June 18, Portugal’s manager, Martinez, gave an interview stating that Cristiano Ronaldo was chosen for the national team due to his abilities and not his fame or past prestige. He added that the team is ready for a full tournament of seven matches.
Speaking about Ronaldo, Martinez said, “Ronaldo has earned his place in the national team through his skills. No one can rely solely on their reputation or past glory. He has scored 51 goals in 50 matches and netted 10 in the Euro qualifiers. For us, he is an outstanding striker who can break through defenses and create space for his teammates. He has slightly adapted his playing style, but his performance remains excellent, as the statistics show.”
Martinez made it clear that the team aims to win the title, saying, “We need to have big dreams, and we are prepared for the full seven games (reaching the final). We must showcase our talent while demonstrating a strong mental capacity to overcome challenges. The team isn’t at its peak yet, and we will continue to adjust through the group stage matches.”
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