Cristiano Ronaldo's mother expresses pride in son's final World Cup campaign with Portugal
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Aaron Morris, Stephen Killen
Summary
Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41 years old, is competing in what is widely believed to be his final World Cup with Portugal in the 2026 tournament in North America. After facing criticism for a slow start, his mother has publicly expressed pride in her son and thanked fans for their support. The article covers Ronaldo's continued presence on the national team under manager Roberto Martinez and the emotional significance of this likely being his last World Cup appearance.
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The 41-year-old is part and parcel of Roberto Martinez's Portuguese national team for this summer's tournament.
It is widely thought that given his age, this year's instalment in North America will be his last bow at a World Cup competition, well into the twilight years of his career.
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