Cristiano Ronaldo has time and again been regarded as one of the finest talents in the world, and at nearly 40, that perception does not change. Recently, his former Portugal coach Fernando Santos underlined a belief he has regarding Ronaldo’s physical fitness and relentless dedication to the game, which looks to keep him doing magic for years to come. Santos, in an interview with Record, had no doubt that the legendary forward would be part of Portugal’s 2026 World Cup roster despite critics piling on over his longevity.
Amazingly, Ronaldo has continued to show up in great form. At the club level, he keeps going strong in his new chapter in Saudi Arabia at Al Nassr, where his goal-scoring and leadership on the field are pivotal.
On the international level, Ronaldo is an asset that keeps on being indispensable before Portugal. The work ethic, focus on fitness, and commitment to being at peak performance have allowed him to keep contributing toward his team’s success.
Besides the physical fitness, one big reason behind Ronaldo’s sustained success over the years has been his mental makeup. The Portuguese superstar never lowered the bar of expectations that he set for himself and indefatigably worked to extend his career and be able to continue competing with much younger players. While age is catching up on him, his ambition of continuing to play at the highest level remains very firm.