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World Cup: Ronaldo has no regrets after final match, values Euro 2016 title equally

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup ended in the Round of 16 after Portugal lost 0-1 to Spain.
  • Ronaldo stated he has no regrets, emphasizing the importance of the 2016 Euro Cup title he won with Portugal.
  • He expressed that he gave his all for his country and is ready to move on, highlighting that life continues.

Cristiano Ronaldo's quest for a World Cup title in his final tournament ended in disappointment as Portugal fell 0-1 to Spain in the Round of 16. The 41-year-old Portuguese legend, who has achieved numerous accolades throughout his career, will not be lifting the coveted trophy.

Despite the outcome, Ronaldo maintained a philosophical outlook, stating he has no regrets and has given his utmost for his country. He pointed to Portugal's 2016 Euro Cup victory as a significant achievement, equating its importance to that of a World Cup title. He highlighted that prior to his contributions, Portugal had never won a major championship.

I will wake up tomorrow morning with a clear conscience because I did my best. I have won three titles for Portugal. Before me, Portugal had never won any championship title. I am happy to have won the 2016 championship (Euro Cup). For me, its weight is the same as a World Cup title.

— Cristiano RonaldoRonaldo reflecting on his national team career and achievements.

"I will wake up tomorrow morning with a clear conscience because I did my best," Ronaldo said. "I have won three titles for Portugal. Before me, Portugal had never won any championship title. I am happy to have won the 2016 championship (Euro Cup). For me, its weight is the same as a World Cup title."

That's football. Overall, it was a closely contested match.

— Cristiano RonaldoRonaldo commenting on the game against Spain.

Reflecting on the match itself, Ronaldo acknowledged the unpredictable nature of football, noting that any player can score. He suggested that Spain's winning goal in stoppage time involved an element of luck. "That's football," he stated, describing the game as a closely contested match overall.

Ronaldo concluded by reaffirming his commitment and satisfaction with his national team career. "I have given my all with a clear conscience, and that's that. Tomorrow is a new day, and life goes on," he said, signaling a sense of closure and readiness to move forward.

I have given my all with a clear conscience, and that's that. Tomorrow is a new day, and life goes on.

— Cristiano RonaldoRonaldo expressing his feelings after the World Cup exit.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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