In fact, Cristiano Ronaldo will play in Euro 2024.
The 39-year-old star has been called up by Portuguese coach Roberto Martínez for the tournament. His selection marks a historic milestone, as Ronaldo is competing in his sixth European Championship, a record that he now holds alone.
Ronaldo first played in the tournament in 2004 and won it in 2016, despite an injury early in the final. His inclusion in the squad means his participation in his eleventh major international tournament in Euro 2024, which will be played from June 14 to July 14 in Germany.
Ronaldo’s international career is unparalleled and even at 39 years old, he remains a key player for Portugal, contributing 10 goals in nine European Championship qualifying matches, as the team won all 10 matches, scoring 36 goals and conceding. just two.
Currently playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo’s experience and goalscoring ability will be vital to Portugal’s campaign. Here we will see the next time you can see him in action in the final.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s next game at Euro 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo will captain Portugal at Euro 2024 and there is widespread speculation that this could be his last step with the national team.
Although Ronaldo has hinted at his desire to lead Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, his chances of making it to that tournament are uncertain as he will turn 41 before it begins.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner will begin his journey at Euro 2024 against the Czech Republic on June 18.
- Date: June 18, 2024
- Opposition: Czechia
- Start time: 9 pm local time (3 pm eastern time)
- Tournament stage: Group F, matchday 1
Portugal Group Euro 2024
Portugal was placed in Group F as one of the first six classified in pot one.
They will face intriguing matchups against Turkey and Czechiawith Georgiaadvancing from route C of the playoffs, completing the group.
Group F
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Portugal
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Turkey
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Czechia
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Georgia
Portugal Euro 2024 match schedule and results
Martínez’s team will face the Czech Republic at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig in their first match on June 18.
Four days later, they have a potentially crucial clash against Türkiye. Portugal’s last opponent in the group will be Georgia, and the match will be played in Gelsenkirchen.
| Accessory | Date | Event | KO time (local, CET) | Result |
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| Portugal against Czechia | June 18, 2024 | Leipzig (Red Bull Arena) | 9 p.m. | |
| Türkiye vs. Portugal | June 22, 2024 | Dortmund (Westfalen stadium) | 6 p.m. | |
| Georgia vs. Portugal | June 26, 2024 | Gelsenkirchen (Arena Auf Schalke) | 9 p.m. |
