Cristiano Ronaldo RETURNS to Europe to play Euro Qualifier vs Liechtenstein in 4 days.
Portugal's national football team, also known as Selecao, is set to play their opening qualifying game for Euro 2024 against Liechtenstein in Lisbon. Cristiano Ronaldo, one of their star players, may be among those to feature in the game against the underdogs. This will be the team's first match under the leadership of former Belgium and Everton manager Roberto Martinez. It will also be their first fixture since their quarter-final exit against Morocco at the FIFA World Cup in December.
Despite his recent move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo's outstanding form has earned him a spot in the Portugal squad selected by manager Roberto Martinez. Although the five-time Ballon d'Or winner began to lose his starting position towards the end of Fernando Santos' tenure as manager, the new regime could see him return to the starting lineup or at least make an impact as a substitute. With nine goals and two assists from 10 appearances this season, Ronaldo has proven himself to be a valuable asset to both his club and country.
Ronaldo's Ambition to Boost his Goal Count for Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo holds the distinction of being the all-time top scorer for Portugal, with an impressive record of 118 goals from 196 caps. Additionally, he holds the title of the highest scorer in men's international football history.
As Portugal gears up for the Euro 2024 qualifiers, the international break presents an excellent opportunity for Ronaldo to add to his goal count when they face off against Liechtenstein and Luxembourg.
Despite his exceptional goal-scoring record, it is noteworthy that Ronaldo has yet to score against Liechtenstein in the two matches he has played against them.
Cristiano Ronaldo's last international goal came during the 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar, where he scored for the defending champions of Euro 2016 against Ghana in their opening match. Their thrilling encounter ended in a 3-2 victory for Portugal in Lusail.
With the prospect of Euro 2024 looming, Ronaldo's focus will be on delivering an exceptional performance to secure a spot in the squad, provided the Selecao qualifies for the tournament. It is imperative for the veteran striker to showcase his skills at their highest level to remain a key player in Portugal's national team.
