Cristiano Ronaldo begins his "World Mission" as Portgual team trains ahead of FIFA WC opener
Houston, June 2
Portugal football icon Cristiano Ronaldo is all set for the "World Mission" as he started training with the squad ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup campaign opener on Tuesday.
The official handle of the Portugal team posted a picture of his team's training session, with the players posing together with smiles on their faces.
Cristiano also posted a picture captioned, "The World Mission Begins!"
In a bid for his maiden World Cup title, the only title which is left to win for him, the 41-year-old will be making a record-breaking sixth FIFA World Cup appearance this year, having made his tournament debut back in 2004.
Portugal will start their campaign against DR Congo on June 17, before playing Uzbekistan on June 23, and their last group stage game will be against Colombia on June 27.
Recently, Ronaldo finally conquered Saudi Arabia after he guided Al Nassr to their 11th Saudi Pro League (SPL) title after scoring twice in a commanding 4-1 victory over Damac on Friday night, securing the superstar's first league crown in Saudi Arabia since joining the club in January 2023.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, I think Ronaldo is overhyped. Yes, he's scored a lot of goals, but Portugal hasn't won the World Cup since 1966 — it's not just about one player. This 'World Mission' feels like PR. Why don't they focus on the team instead of one superstar? Even in cricket, we know one player can't win a tournament alone. Just saying. 🤷♀️
Flying 4-1 win against Damac in Saudi, and now the World Cup — Ronaldo is an absolute machine. 🇸🇦➡️🌍 Watching him play has got to be like when we used to watch Sachin Tendulkar — timeless greatness. Best of luck, CR7. You deserve that one trophy that's missing!
Record-breaking sixth World Cup — that's *insane* considering how competitive football is. I hope he wins it. From humble beginnings in Madeira to global icon, sirf Ronaldo hi kar sakta hai. But I wish India had some representation in the World Cup. Maybe one day our boys will get there. 🙏⚽
Okay but what about DR Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia? Those are tricky opponents! Portugal might make it past group stage but knockout rounds are a different beast. CR7's drive is admirable, but at 41, I'm not sure he can carry the whole team. Still, never bet against a champion. 🌟
Finally he won the Saudi league — that title was long due. But this 'World
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