Lisbon, Sep 8 (EFE).- Cristiano Ronaldo’s achievements are undeniable, as is his contribution to the Portuguese national team, but not all fans see him as a player who is absolutely necessary for the ‘quinas’ to advance in the Nations League.
Questioned by EFE, several fans who were in the vicinity of the Estádio da Luz in Lisbon on Sunday, hours before Portugal faces Scotland in this competition, admitted that they would like to see more space given to other players who have the potential to grow.
It seems that they will get the space in this match, since the Portuguese coach, the Spaniard Roberto Martínez, has decided to leave the Madeiran as a substitute.
Tiago Mota, a 30-year-old from Lisbon who believes that Portugal will manage to beat Scotland 3-0, is one of those who thinks that the star should take a step back, even after having scored his 900th goal last Thursday against Croatia.
“I think he will only retire when he reaches 1,000 goals, but he has to give the opportunity perhaps to some other younger players who are on the bench. He already has a very solid legacy here in Portugal, so now he has to give space to the younger players,” he said in statements to EFE.
Paulo Simiano and Joana Sousa, also gathered near the Estádio da Luz and dressed in Portuguese flags and national team shirts, agreed when asked whether Cristiano should give more space to other talents.
“I think there should be room for younger people, but it’s good marketing for Portugal,” said Joana with a smile.
Gabriel Lima, 27, with his face painted in the colours of the Portuguese flag, told EFE that he was “a little sad” not to see Ronaldo on the pitch, although he considered that even so “it will be a good match.”
“I think it’s important that Ronaldo is present because he is still a figure in our country and in our football, but I also think it’s good that there is an alternation and that young players can also come in from time to time,” he said.
In his opinion, it will be Cristiano who will help Portugal beat Scotland with a goal in the second half.
Despite these opinions, hundreds of fans came to the stadium wearing T-shirts with the name of the football star on them, and even Cristiano Ronaldo’s characteristic “Yess …
In a press conference on Saturday, Roberto Martínez said that he could change the order of the starters in the next matches because his objective is to “protect the players and divide efforts.”
“I hope our experience can help the players to choose a starting eleven that is physically and mentally prepared for the demands of Scotland. They are a typically strong team in terms of physicality, with very fast attacks,” he said.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal faced Croatia on Thursday, which they won 2-1, and on Sunday they will face Scotland, both at the Estádio da Luz in Lisbon, in the Nations League, a competition they won in 2019. EFE
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**Cristiano Ronaldo: A Legacy in Portuguese Football**
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Cristiano Ronaldo: A Legacy in Portuguese Football
Cristiano Ronaldo’s achievements in football are undeniable, and his contribution to the Portuguese national team is unmatched. With over 200 caps for Portugal, he is the most-capped male player in history [2]. However, not all fans believe that he is absolutely necessary for the team’s success in the Nations League.
Recently, ahead of Portugal’s match against Scotland, fans gathered near the Estádio da Luz in Lisbon shared their opinions on Cristiano Ronaldo’s role in the team. While some believe that he should take a step back and give younger players more opportunities, others think that his presence is still crucial for the team’s success.
Tiago Mota, a 30-year-old from Lisbon, believes that Ronaldo should give space to younger players, even after scoring his 900th goal last Thursday against Croatia. “I think he will only retire when he reaches 1,000 goals, but he has to give the opportunity perhaps to some other younger players who are on the bench. He already has a very solid legacy here in Portugal, so now he has to give space to the younger players,” he said.
Paulo Simiano and Joana Sousa, also gathered near the Estádio da Luz, agreed that Cristiano should give more space to other talents. “I think there should be room for younger people, but it’s good marketing for Portugal,” said Joana with a smile.
Gabriel Lima, 27, with his face painted in the colours of the Portuguese flag, was “a little sad” not to see Ronaldo on the pitch, but he believed that it would still be a good match. “I think it’s important that Ronaldo is present because he is still a figure in our country and in our football, but I also think it’s good that there is an alternation and that young players can also come in from time to time,” he said.
Despite these opinions, hundreds of fans came to the stadium wearing T-shirts with the name of the football star on them, and even Cristiano Ronaldo’s characteristic ”Yes” gesture was seen throughout the crowd.
Portuguese coach Roberto Martínez has decided to leave Ronaldo as a substitute for the match against Scotland, giving younger players the opportunity to shine. This decision has sparked debates among fans, with some believing that Cristiano’s presence is still necessary for the team’s success.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s achievements are undeniable, with numerous highlights and achievements throughout his career [1]. He has led Portugal to victory in the UEFA EURO 2016 Final, lifting the Henri Delaunay trophy against France [3].
As the debate continues, one thing is certain – Cristiano Ronaldo’s legacy in Portuguese football is cemented, and his presence will always be felt in the sport. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, his impact on the game is undeniable.
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Cristiano Ronaldo: A Legacy in Portuguese Football
Cristiano Ronaldo’s achievements in football are undeniable, and his contribution to the Portuguese national team is unmatched. With over 200 caps for Portugal, he is the most-capped male player in history [2]. However, not all fans believe that he is absolutely necessary for the team’s success in the Nations League.
Recently, ahead of Portugal’s match against Scotland, fans gathered near the Estádio da Luz in Lisbon shared their opinions on Cristiano Ronaldo’s role in the team. While some believe that he should take a step back and give younger players more opportunities, others think that his presence is still crucial for the team’s success.
Tiago Mota, a 30-year-old from Lisbon, believes that Ronaldo should give space to younger players, even after scoring his 900th goal last Thursday against Croatia [1]. “I think he will only retire when he reaches 1,000 goals, but he has to give the opportunity perhaps to
