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Brazilian Ronaldo Says Cristiano Ronaldo's Body Can't Keep Up at World Cup Level
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First reported by N12 · 1 day ago
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Brazilian football icon Ronaldo said Cristiano Ronaldo's body can no longer handle World Cup-level competition after Portugal's exit in 2022. He highlighted the physical challenges at age 41 but noted Cristiano could still play in Saudi Arabia. Cristiano has not retired from international play and may compete in Euro 2028.
- 01Brazilian Ronaldo says Cristiano Ronaldo's body can't sustain World Cup-level play at 41.
- 02He believes Cristiano can still compete in the Saudi league but not at the World Cup's intensity.
- 03Ronaldo compared this to his own retirement due to physical limits despite mental readiness.
- 04Cristiano's last World Cup ended with Portugal's 1-0 loss to Spain in the Round of 16.
- 05Cristiano has not retired from Portugal and might play in Euro 2028.
- 06He scored three goals in the 2022 World Cup and aims to reach 1,000 career goals.
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