Published 09:20 IST, May 16th 2024
'They want to show me...': Cristiano Ronaldo reveals the challenge in facing Mbappe, Haaland & Vini
Cristiano Ronaldo, who is 39 years old, made a significant declaration regarding his rivalry with football players who are younger.
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Cristia Ronaldo's enduring greatness is undeniable, maintaining peak performance at 39 in Al-Nassr, Saudi Pro League. His unmatched goal-scoring prowess showcases unrivaled skill and dedication, solidifying his status as a football legend. Ronaldo's consistency and remarkable achievements throughout his career continue to affirm his place among greatest of all time, furr solidifying his legacy in football world.
Cristia Ronaldo me a huge statement about his competition with younger generations of footballers
Cristia Ronaldo is a prime example of how certain sportsmen appear to become better with . Even though he is getting close to his 40s, legendary Portuguese player—w with Al Nassr—remains a formidable rival to younger players like Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland. Why does Ronaldo keep up his competitive vant over se up-and-coming players while defying common wisdom?
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Fortunately, Ronaldo himself offered some wisdom in a recent WHOOP podcast interview. He came to see that maintaining top performance is an ermous struggle, especially for someone of his calibre. Cristia Ronaldo said:
“Life is a box of surprises, and it is difficult, t easy to be at this level, still push, motivate yourself and continue, score goals, and be in a state of competition with young lions,”
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“y are coming and when y play against me y want to show me that y are stronger.”
Ronaldo underlined that keeping his shape at his requires more than simply physical maintenance, including intense training and a careful diet. Equally significant is his mental toughness, which allows him to outperform what is usually thought of as an athlete's prime years. former Real Mrid player mits that trip has been difficult, but he views it as a positive test of his tenacity and commitment. Cristia Ronaldo ded:
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“This is a great challenge for me, and it is a great thing, and I feel proud of that. Being at this and still competing,” concluded 39-year-old.
In 2023/24 season, Cristia Ronaldo achieved impressive stats, sporting a total of 41 goals in 42 appearances, including 33 goals in Saudi Pro League, 6 in AFC Champions League, and 3 in King's Cup. ditionally, Ronaldo has provided 12 assists in all competition this season.
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09:20 IST, May 16th 2024