Ronaldo and Pepe Make History in EURO Victory Against Czech Republic
In the early hours of June 19th, Cristiano Ronaldo and his close friend Pepe made history during Portugal’s 2-1 win against the Czech Republic. Ronaldo’s start in the match marked a significant milestone as he became the first player ever to participate in six EURO tournaments. Since 2004, Ronaldo has been a consistent presence in Portugal’s squad, showcasing his enduring impact on the international stage.
By starting against the Czech Republic, Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player in history to participate in 6 EURO tournaments. Since 2004 until now, Ronaldo has continuously appeared in Portugal’s squad.
“Ronaldo gives hope that everyone can dream and achieve great things. It’s great to have Ronaldo in the squad. It’s unbelievable that he is still the captain of Portugal at the age of 39,” midfielder Ruben Dias praised the captain.
“Ronaldo gives hope that everyone can dream and achieve great things. It’s great to have Ronaldo in the squad. It’s unbelievable that he is still the captain of Portugal at the age of 39,” midfielder Ruben Dias praised the captain.
Not only Ronaldo, his close friend Pepe also set a record, being the oldest player to play at a EURO. Pepe played against the Czech Republic at the age of 41 years, 113 days, surpassing the previous record of Hungarian goalkeeper Gabor Kiraly (40 years, 86 days). Ranked 3rd is Cristiano Ronaldo (39 years, 134 days).
Not only Ronaldo, his close friend Pepe also set a record, being the oldest player to play at a EURO. Pepe played against the Czech Republic at the age of 41 years, 113 days, surpassing the previous record of Hungarian goalkeeper Gabor Kiraly (40 years, 86 days). Ranked 3rd is Cristiano Ronaldo (39 years, 134 days).
“I always remember the first day I played for the national team. Now, I have the honor to stand side by side with a team of talented and dedicated champions. With the strength of the players and fans, we can turn dreams into reality. As long as we unite, no one can stop Portugal,” Ronaldo shared.
“I always remember the first day I played for the national team. Now, I have the honor to stand side by side with a team of talented and dedicated champions. With the strength of the players and fans, we can turn dreams into reality. As long as we unite, no one can stop Portugal,” Ronaldo shared.
“I always remember the first day I played for the national team. Now, I have the honor to stand side by side with a team of talented and dedicated champions. With the strength of the players and fans, we can turn dreams into reality. As long as we unite, no one can stop Portugal,” Ronaldo shared.
On the record-setting day, Ronaldo played hard but could not score. He wasted two opportunities in the first half and once hit the post with the ball in the second half.
On the record-setting day, Ronaldo played hard but could not score. He wasted two opportunities in the first half and once hit the post with the ball in the second half.
Portugal was behind but still beat the Czech Republic 2-1 thanks to Hranac’s own goal and Conceicao’s goal in the 90+2 minute.
Portugal was behind but still beat the Czech Republic 2-1 thanks to Hranac’s own goal and Conceicao’s goal in the 90+2 minute.
Ronaldo went to thank Conceicao for the important goal. In the next round, Portugal will face Türkiye, a team that is in good form at this year’s tournament.
Ronaldo went to thank Conceicao for the important goal. In the next round, Portugal will face Türkiye, a team that is in good form at this year’s tournament.
