World Cup
Ronaldo vows Dallas debut to be his final World Cup
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed in Dallas that the tournament is his sixth and final World Cup, adding that he hopes it will not be his last match. The 41‑year‑old said his team will meet Spain on Monday in the round‑of‑16, underscoring the significance of the upcoming fixture.
Ronaldo told reporters, “Let this be my last World Cup. It is my last World Cup, but I hope it is not my last match.” The statement was made on the sidelines of the tournament venue in Dallas.
At 41 years old, Ronaldo is the oldest player in the competition. His participation marks his sixth appearance at a World Cup, a milestone he described as his final one.
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Portugal's next challenge is a round‑of‑16 clash with Spain on Monday. The fixture will decide which side advances to the quarter‑finals. The comments were delivered in Dallas, the host city for the group stage matches. The United States venue adds a neutral backdrop to the Portuguese player's declaration. Ronaldo's hope that the tournament will not be his final appearance suggests he may seek club football beyond the World Cup. His words set a poignant tone for Portugal's upcoming encounter with Spain.