Ronaldo sets record, bursts into tears when winning UEFA Nations League

(Dan Tri) - Cristiano Ronaldo continued to make history at the UEFA Nations League after winning the championship with the Portuguese team on the morning of June 9 in Munich (Germany).

In the match at Allianz Arena, Ronaldo left his mark with a goal, contributing greatly to the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League championship of the Portuguese team.

In the 61st minute, with the score at 2-1 in favor of the Spanish players, Nuno Mendes broke down the left wing and sent a cross into the penalty area. The ball hit the foot of midfielder Le Normand and flew across the goal. Ronaldo quickly got past Marc Cucurella before volleying into the net, equalizing 2-2 for Portugal.

Ronaldo became the oldest player to score in the Nations League final (Photo: Getty).

The striker born in 1985's goal helped him become the oldest player to score in the UEFA Nations League final (40 years and 123 days). CR7 officially raised his scoring record to 938, and is getting closer to the goal of 1,000 goals in his career.

In Portugal's shirt, this was Ronaldo's 138th goal after 221 appearances, setting a record as the player with the most goals in the national team's shirt.

At the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League, Ronaldo played a huge role in coach Roberto Martinez's squad, contributing 8 goals and 1 assist in 9 appearances, including two goals in the semi-finals and the final to help Portugal win the tournament.

Ronaldo could not contain his emotions and burst into tears during Portugal's Nations League championship celebration (Photo: Getty).

While celebrating the end of his four-year trophy drought, Ronaldo could not hold back his tears. That moment immediately touched the hearts of fans, making many think of Euro 2016, where he was also injured in the final but still lifted the trophy as a leader from the sidelines.

This championship marks Ronaldo's third international title with Portugal. This is considered a worthy reward for the great contributions of this 40-year-old superstar, thereby helping him prove his greatness in the final years of his career.

With the 2026 World Cup approaching, this could be a huge boost to the morale of Ronaldo and his teammates before embarking on their journey to the most anticipated tournament on the planet. If he maintains his current form, CR7 is likely to remain the main striker of the "Seleccao".

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