This will be my last — Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after penalty redemption against Slovenia

This will be my last — Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after penalty redemption against Slovenia

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 07:53 - 02.07.2024

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up on his future after Diogo Costa's heroics spared his blushes against Slovenia.

Ronaldo's performance in Monday night's EURO 2024 Round of 16 clash has drawn strong criticism and praise in equal measure.

The 39-year-old Portugal captain missed a crucial penalty in extra-time, before scoring the first spot-kick in the penalty shootout.

Ronaldo says EURO 2024 will be his last

Ronaldo's performance in the game was well below standards as he attempted a number of wayward shots and wasted good free-kick opportunities.

Cristiano Ronaldo in tears after missing his spot kick in extra time. (Photo Credit: EURO 2024/X)

However, his blushes were spared by goalkeeper Diogo Costa, who saved 3 penalties in the shootout.

After the game, Ronaldo confirmed that this would be his last EUROs.

"This will be my last Euro, of course, but this does not move me, I’m moved by enthusiasm.

“I was sorry for the fans. I'll always give my best for this shirt, whether I miss it or not. And I'll do this my whole life. You have to take responsibility”.

Portugal will take on France in a mouthwatering quarterfinal.