Cristiano Ronaldo said that he is “bulletproof” and “iron-clad”, during an unexpected appearance during a Portugal World Cup news conference. This was during which he also defended his controversial Manchester United interview with Piers Morison.
The Portugal captain stated that he doesn’t worry about the impact his actions may have on the squad and that he believes strongly about their chances at winning the World Cup.
Ronaldo said Monday that the best timing in my life is always my timing.
“I don’t have to worry about what other people think. I can speak whenever I want. They know me well and have known me for many years.
“It is an ambitious group that is hungry for success and focused. It (the interview) will not shake the focus and concentration of the changing room.
In the wake of Morgan’s interview on TalkTV, it is believed Manchester United‘s attorneys are looking for ways to bring Ronaldo’s time at club to an end.
Ronaldo has been a regular player on the bench this season, scoring three goals in 16 appearances. claimed United betrayed him by trying to force Ronaldo out.
He also claimed he had “no respect” for Erik ten Hag and that two senior Old Trafford figures treated him with suspicion when he said Bella was ill with bronchitis three months after her brother died.
The 37-year old, who is currently playing in his fifth World Cup, also asked reporters to stop asking questions about other Portugal players.
“You can help me by not talking about myself. He said, “I’m bulletproof and iron-clad.”
“If you ask other players Cristiano Rojo, I’d be very upset. “If you would like to ask him about his World Cup and team, I would love you to do so,” he said, referring to himself as the third person.
Ronaldo dismissed any suggestion of a rift between Portugal and Manchester United teammate Bruno Fernandes during Monday’s surprise media appearance.
Fernandes and he exchanged awkward handshakes, which were captured on video and became viral. It was part of a joke between them.
Ronaldo stated, “My relationship with him [Fernandes] is excellent.”
He laughed at me. His plane arrived late so I asked him if he had traveled by boat. That’s it.
“The changing area is a great environment. There were no problems.
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Ronaldo, who missed Thursday’s friendly against Nigeria at Lisbon because of a stomach problem has been training with the Portugal team which arrived in Qatar Friday.
He said, “I feel great, I’m recovering and I’m training hard and ready to begin the World Cup in a best way possible.”
“I believe that the Portugal team has incredible potential. We can win, I believe. But we must focus on the next match. It’s about focusing on Ghana and getting a win.
“We will find out in the end which team is the best, but I think Portugal is the best in this World Cup. We have to prove it on the pitch.
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