“I am very happy. First of all, because this generation deserves such a big title, for our family,” Cristiano Ronaldo said after helping Portugal overcome Spain in the UEFA Nations League final.
“My children have come here, my wife, my brother, my friends. Winning for Portugal is always special,” said the Portugal captain.
I have won many titles at club level, but nothing is greater than winning for Portugal. These are tears. It is a mission accomplished and a great joy .
At the Allianz Arena, Spain took the lead twice thanks to goals from Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Oyarzabal.
However, Nuno Mendes and Ronaldo helped Portugal equalize 2-2 in regular time.
Ronaldo scored 20 goals in 25 games under Roberto Martinez, taking his career tally to 938 goals.
The match went into a penalty shootout, after two periods of extra time with no further goals. Diogo Costa made an excellent save from Alvaro Morata to help Portugal win 5-3.
Ronaldo shed tears while celebrating the Nations League with his teammates and head coach Roberto Martinez.
CR7 confided: “It's amazing. Portugal is a small country, but with great ambition. That makes me happy.
I have lived in many countries, played for many clubs, but whenever I think of Portugal, it always brings a special feeling. As the captain of this generation, I am very proud.
Winning a title is the pinnacle at the national team level. Now it's time to rest. I was injured and a bit overworked... I tried, because with the national team you always have to try."
Ronaldo had to leave the field in the 88th minute due to physical problems, making way for Goncalo Ramos.
“I felt it from the start, it lasted for a while, but for Portugal, if I have to break my leg, I accept it.
This is a title, I had to go out there and I gave my all, I played until I couldn't continue. I contributed a goal."
The 40-year-old superstar also thanked coach Roberto Martinez after leading Portugal to their second Nations League title in history.
“I am very happy that Martinez, a Spaniard, has given his all for this country. This is a title we have won before. That is our motivation, our desire.”
Now, Ronaldo enjoys the glory before making a decision about his future in Saudi Arabia.
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