VIDEO : CRISTIANO RONALDO SET TO RETIRE FROM FOOTBALL FOR FAMILY REASONS
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By: Muftau Fatimo
Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that he will retire “soon,” acknowledging the difficulty of ending his illustrious career. The 40-year-old has been preparing for life after football for some time.
The Al Nassr striker is the all-time leading goalscorer, with 952 goals for club and country combined. Last month, he announced he was aiming to reach 1,000 career goals before hanging up his boots.
When asked about his retirement plans, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner replied, “Soon.”
Speaking in an interview on Piers Morgan’s Uncensored, published Tuesday, Ronaldo admitted:
“I think I will be prepared. It will be very, very difficult. But I have been planning my future since I was 25, 26, 27 years old, and I believe I can handle the pressure. Nothing compares to the adrenaline of scoring a goal in football.
“But everything has a beginning and an end. I’ll have more time for myself, for my family, and to raise my children.”
The former Manchester United forward revealed that he still keeps up with the club’s results, despite ending a difficult second spell there three years ago.
United endured their worst top-flight finish since 1973-74, placing 15th last season.
“I’m sad, because the club is one of the most important in the world and holds a special place in my heart,” Ronaldo said. “They don’t have a proper structure. I hope that changes now and in the future, because the club’s potential is incredible.”
They are not on a good path. And it’s not only about the coach and players, in my opinion … He is doing his best. What are you going to do? Miracles are impossible,” Ronaldo said, referring to manager Ruben Amorim
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