Cristiano Ronaldo has once again expressed his burning desire to win the FIFA World Cup. In an upcoming Netflix documentary titled Captains of the World, Ronaldo opens up about his challenges and his confession on the road to the World Cup. The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar was a tournament that will be remembered for its unique narratives and thrilling matches. Argentina eventually emerged as champions but for Portugal, their journey ended in the quarter-finals. As for the 38-year-old, it marked a possible end to his World Cup-winning aspirations. Or did it?
Cristiano Ronaldo stresses over the term ‘pressure’ at the FIFA World Cup
Netflix recently unveiled a hype trailer for Captains of the World on X, generating excitement among fans. In his short glimpse, Cristiano Ronaldo talks about the “pressure,” of the World Cup on players and adds, “Every player here feels pressure.” The World Cup stage is undoubtedly immense, and the weight of expectations can be overwhelming for even the most seasoned professionals. As the trailer progresses, we witness a vulnerable side of the striker. He confesses, “Everybody wants to win”. This statement is significant because it reveals the significance of this tournament.
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From the dressing room to the pitch, this is the definitive story of the FIFA World Cup 2022.
Captains of the World – a new docuseries with exclusive access to all 32 teams – comes to Netflix 30 December. pic.twitter.com/i8AZTSNxgg
— Netflix UK & Ireland (@NetflixUK) December 22, 2023
The World Cup is indeed the crown jewel of soccer and winning this tournament has been a long-time dream for Cristiano Ronaldo. The heartbreak of the 2022 World Cup is still fresh in the minds of soccer enthusiasts. Portugal’s dream of glory came crashing down against Morocco, causing CR7 to shed tears. Nonetheless, considering his present form, there may still be another opportunity for him to fulfill his dream.
World Cup 2026 is still not out of the picture for Ronaldo
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The potential participation of Cristiano Ronaldo in the 2026 World Cup in America has been a topic of great speculation among passionate fans. Despite being 38, the Al Nassr striker shows no intention of retiring anytime soon. He has maintained impressive form for his national team, scoring 10 goals in 9 appearances this year and playing a significant role in Portugal’s qualification for the UEFA Euros 2024.
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It is worth noting that age is not necessarily a limitation, as we have seen Essam El-Hadary become the oldest player to ever compete in the World Cup at the age of 45 in 2018. Adding to this, Cristiano Ronaldo himself recently expressed confidence in his physical well-being. Considering all these factors, there is indeed a strong possibility that Ronaldo will grace the field once again in pursuit of lifting the prestigious trophy.
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