The star of the Portuguese national team, Cristiano Ronaldo, appeared in press statements after qualifying for the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 by defeating Slovenia on penalties after a goalless draw.
The Don said in his speech: “There was a lot of sadness today in the match, but the end was happy. This is football. Moments make you sad and other moments make you happy. I am happy now.”
He added: "I wish I had scored the penalty kick, but Oblak blocked it well. I feel sorry for missing a penalty kick. I missed the penalty kick, but I wanted to be the first to take the penalty kick. You have to take responsibility when you have to."
He continued: “We deserved to win today, and we must congratulate Diogo Costa for what he did in the match.”
About facing France in the quarter-finals: “We will play a difficult match against France. I will always do my best for this shirt. I will do this all my life. I have never been afraid to face anything. Surrender is not in my dictionary.”
He concluded: “This euro will be my last, of course.”