As his career draws to a close, the Al Nassr great is now more concerned with team accomplishments than with personal glory.
Former Real Madrid and Manchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo has acknowledged that he no longer prioritizes winning individual honors like the Ballon d’Or.
The 39-year-old attacker for Al Nassr is now more focused on supporting his group and enjoying his last years playing in Saudi Arabia.
Ronaldo is no longer seeking fame for himself.
Ronaldo recently discussed his current philosophy with a news conference after Al Nassr’s 2-1 AFC Champions League victory over Al Rayyan. He chose to prioritize the team’s success over his own glory.
Reflecting on his legendary career, Ronaldo noted that breaking records no longer motivates him, saying “It is not important anymore whether I am the best or not, I no longer care about that.
“I am used to breaking records, and I no longer look for them. The most important thing for me now is to enjoy and help Al Nassr and my teammates to win.”
For private reasons, Ronaldo also shared a private moment from the game against Al Rayyan, in which he scored a vital goal for Al Nassr.
Given that yesterday was his birthday, Ronaldo said, “My goal against Al Rayyan was different and important because my father would have been happy with it if he was alive.”
Ronaldo concentrated on having a successful last career.
As he approaches the end of his playing career, Ronaldo’s emphasis on team accomplishment and his emotional investment in his performances demonstrate a player who is still devoted to the game but is less focused on pursuing individual honors like the Ballon d’Or.
With 901 career goals and a record 35 goals in a single Saudi Pro League season, Ronaldo has little left to prove on the pitch.
The Portugal star has been a league champion in Spain with Real Madrid, England with Manchester United, and Italy with Juventus, while also being a Euros and UEFA Nations League champion with Portugal.
