BURNLEY, ENGLAND – APRIL 02: Max Kilman of Wolverhampton Wanderers acknowledges the fans after the draw during the Premier League match between Burnley FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Turf Moor on April 02, 2024 in Burnley, England.
When Bruno Fernandes tapped in for Portugal ’s third in the 3-0 win over Turkey, it was Cristiano Ronaldo ’s name being chanted by the adoring Selecao das Quinas faithful.
But it showed the ways in which Ronaldo continues to transcend football – and why some think it is a bit of a circus. This would only happen to him or Lionel Messi.Jack Grealish training at Juventus facilities following England Euro 2024 squad omissionAnd despite a second-consecutive match without a goal, there can be no doubt about the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s enduring value to his nation, both in a sentimental and a practical sense.
Most teams would ask more of their striker, demanding pressure from the front, and some would question whether Ronaldo’s never-ending presence at international level just shows a player with too much power over a team.Dortmund train station locked down by police just hours ahead of Turkey vs PortugalHe is no longer their best player. That is unquestionably Manchester City's Silva, who perhaps displays a better balance of quality and energy than anyone in the world.
"Others are consoling Cancelo, others are like 'come on mate, we've just scored'. But this is one of the things with Ronaldo.
Bruno Fernandes Portugal Euro 2024 Bernardo Silva
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