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It seems like in the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Castro is filling his shoes. The Portuguese winger has joined the national team squad for the Euro qualifiers. He will soon be joining his club teammates, but the soccer lessons can’t wait. The Al Nassr boss has hence taken the role of a sensei and is sharing the game’s intricacies with the next generation of soccer coaching talents in the country.

Cristiano Ronaldo is now the men’s soccer player with the highest caps for Portugal. CR7 achieved this milestone after his 200th appearance against Slovakia. On the road next is Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Saudi Arabia is slowly becoming the hub of soccer talents. With increased focus on soccer, people are now developing an interest in the coaching aspect as well. To share some knowledge and get the crowd a sneak peek into the managerial world, Luis Castro took the role of coaching sensei.

Al Nassr held a lecture session that was attended by many interested folks. The manager of the club, Luis Castro, gave his contribution as he gave insight into the 101’s of soccer coaching. The lecture seemed like a technical one as there was a tactics board in the background too. A crowd of people can be seen listening to the Al Nassr boss and are fully engaged in the conversation.

Coaching sessions are a great way to spread more knowledge about the game. Keeping sessions as such also creates a buzz around soccer and can lure more people into following this path. Although the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo was being filled in terms of a soccer mentor on and off the pitch, it looks like Luis Castro handled it well.

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Meanwhile, CR7 achieved an incredible feat making 200 appearances for Portugal. Ronaldo’s mother was also present in the stands and couldn’t control her emotions as she cried after the final whistle. However, there was another milestone achieved by the Al Nassr captain.

Cristiano Ronaldo unlocks two milestones against Slovakia

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Cristiano Ronaldo achieved a remarkable milestone after scoring his 125th goal for Portugal in international soccer. His exceptional performance paved the way for Portugal’s 3-2 victory over Slovakia with goals coming from Goncalo Ramos and two from Ronaldo, including a penalty and a crucial tap-in. With this incredible feat, Ronaldo continues to hold the title of the all-time top-scorer in international soccer.

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Portugal’s win against Slovakia not only showcased Ronaldo’s brilliance but also secured their spot in the prestigious 2024 UEFA Euros. Additionally, Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name in history by achieving another milestone – he became the first men’s soccer player to earn 200 caps for his national team, setting an unparalleled standard of dedication and excellence in the sport.

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Portugal now sits 1st in their group, having won 7 out of 7 matches with 21 points. Next on the road for Portugal is Bosnia and Herzegovina. The soccer veteran will most likely be benched as the qualification is already secured. Meanwhile, the Netherlands, Wales, Czech Republic, and Sweden spots are still in contention.