Ally McCoist had decided to wade into the debate around Cristiano Ronaldo and whether the Portugal captain is still up to leading the frontline
Despite being the world's highest international goalscorer, entering his 11th major tournament for Portugal , the 39-year-old is yet to register a goal at Euro 2024 . While he is yet to get on the scoresheet, he did selflessly assist Bruno Fernandes with a clear shot at goal during Portugal 's comfortable 3-0 victory against Turkey.
"However, it's remarkable and fantastic what his team-mates from over the years say about him. His work ethic is a perfect example for any young player coming through. Ronaldo has been the Portugal captain since Euro 2008. He wore the armband throughout Portugal's World Cup campaign, which saw, what is presumed to be, his final hopes to win the competition be ended by Morocco in the quarter-finals.
"That is an example that should be shown in every academy in Portugal and in the world of football, that the team is the most important thing. That assist probably means more than scoring any goal."
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