The world's top goalscorer with over 900 goals at the club and international level, Cristiano Ronaldo, was awarded the prestigious Platinum Quinas award last night at the Quinas de Ouro gala for being an exemplary ambassador for Portugal.
Bet With Bet365The 39-year-old forward was awarded the trophy for his great achievements with the national side over the years. Ronaldo is the highest goal scorer in international football history, with 133 goals in 213 appearances. Cristiano Ronaldo has won several international trophies, including the UEFA European Championship and the UEFA Nations League with Portugal.
The ceremony was hosted by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) in partnership with the Professional Football Players’ Union (SJPF), and Portugal Prime Minister Luís Montenegro was in attendance at the event alongside Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) President Fernando Gomes.
The 39-year-old forward for the Saudi club Al Nassr shared his journey from earning his first cap at the age of 18 to surpassing the milestone of 200 appearances.
"It is an honor to receive this trophy. I see it as a beginning. Thank you to the FPF for this award, marking a long journey filled with hard work. At 18, my dream was to earn my first cap. Then I went to 25, 50, and why not 100? A round number, three digits, and then I started thinking about 150, 200, and it’s a tremendous feeling."
Ronaldo expressed his joy at the event:
Ronaldo concluded the event by praising the magnificent works of Portugal and calling the current FPF president the best they had.
"It is a great country, regardless of its size. We have everything: magnificent stadiums, outstanding coaches, and talented players. Our potential extends beyond football to other sports as well. Fernando Gomes is the best president we have ever had."
Ronaldo concluded
Ronaldo will be preparing alongside his international teammates to welcome Poland on Friday night in the UEFA Nations League qualifiers at the Estadio do Dragao in Porto.
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