Cristiano Ronaldo will make a record-extending sixth appearance at Euro 2024.
- Cristiano Ronaldo’s total goals in Portugal
- Cristiano Ronaldo’s records in the Euro Cup
- Most goals in finals
- Most Euro Cup final tournaments
- Most appearances in finals
- Most Euro Cup final tournaments scored
- Most appearances (including ranking)
- Most goals (including qualifying)
- What records can Ronaldo break at Euro 2024?
The tournament will be held in Germany and the final will be held at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14.
With Ronaldo named Portugal captain, he could set even more records as he seeks a second European triumph with Portugal after their Euro 2016 victory.
The Jugo Mobile takes a look at the most impressive records Ronaldo currently holds, as well as those he can break.
This table breaks down Ronaldo’s international goals for Portugal in the different competitions in which the striker has played.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s total goals in Portugal
|
Competence |
Games |
Goals |
|---|---|---|
|
World Cup |
22 |
8 |
|
World Cup qualification |
47 |
36 |
|
European Championships |
26 |
14 |
|
European Championship Qualifiers |
43 |
41 |
|
UEFA Nations League |
eleven |
7 |
|
FIFA Confederations Cup |
4 |
2 |
|
International friendlies |
54 |
22 |
|
208 |
130 |
Cristiano Ronaldo’s records in the Euro Cup
Most goals in finals
Ronaldo made his mark at the Euros during his debut in 2004, scoring against Greece. By the end of Euro 2016, he had equaled Michel Platini’s record of nine goals. However, with five additional goals in Euro 2020, Ronaldo now stands alone as the all-time leading scorer in Euro history with 14 goals.
Most Euro Cup final tournaments
Ronaldo had already participated in an unprecedented five European Championships, a feat no other player can match. Euro 2024 in Germany in 2024 is the sixth.
?? Cristiano Ronaldo did his thing @selecaoportugal debut 20 years ago today ?#EURO2024 pic.twitter.com/mjJ2D3Z9xT
— UEFA EURO 2024 (@EURO2024) August 20, 2023
Most appearances in finals
Ronaldo’s commitment to the Portuguese national team is impressive, with a record 26 finals appearances, surpassing teammates Joao Moutinho and Pepe.
Most Euro Cup final tournaments scored
Ronaldo is the only player to have scored three or more times in several Euro Cup tournaments. His scoring prowess has been evident at Euro 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016 and 2020, demonstrating his ability to consistently shine on the biggest stage.
Most appearances (including ranking)
Ronaldo doesn’t just appear in tournaments as he surpassed Gianluigi Buffon’s previous record of 58 appearances in Euro competitions, including qualification and final matches, during Euro 2020.
Most goals (including qualifying)
Ronaldo’s goals extend beyond the final stages. His incredible 54 goals in the European Championship qualifying and finals combined is more than the next two players, Zlatan Ibrahimović and Robbie Keane, combined.
‘From tears to applause’ ?✨ Euro 2004 vs. Euro 2016 ✊ @Christian #TeamPortugal #EURO2016 pic.twitter.com/1DZ4oChyto
—Portugal (@selecaoportugal) July 10, 2022
What records can Ronaldo break at Euro 2024?
Cristiano Ronaldo, 39, shows no signs of slowing down. If he manages to demonstrate his best level in Germany, several records will be within his reach:
The oldest scorer in the European Championship
Ronaldo could potentially become the oldest goalscorer in Euro history, surpassing Ivica Vastic’s record of 38 years and 257 days.
Oldest scorer in a final
The record for the oldest goalscorer in a final currently belongs to Leonardo Bonucci (34 years and 71 days), but Ronaldo could challenge this mark.
The oldest player to appear in the Euro Cup final
Jens Lehmann currently holds the record for the oldest player to play in a European Championship final (38 years and 232 days). Ronaldo could surpass this record if he leads Portugal to the final, although his teammate Pepe is currently older and became the oldest man to appear in a Euro match at 41 years and 113 days against Czechia at Euro 2024.
