Preserve the legacy without pressure
Dalot has supported his compatriot Ronaldo so that he experiences a fairy tale ending on the biggest international stage. The Manchester United right-back is included in the preliminary list of 27 players established by Roberto Martinez, which currently includes a fourth goalkeeper, Ricardo Velho, playing for Genclerbirligi. This selection will, however, be reduced to 26 players before the official deadline for submitting lists set by FIFA on June 2.
The creation of a world football federation is imminent.
The creation of a world football federation is imminent.
In an interview given to TV casethe defender accurately analyzed the myth surrounding the legendary attacker. “I think it’s not only a Portuguese story, but also a global story, a football story,†Dalot said.
“Given all that Cristiano has accomplished, not only for Portugal but also for football in general, it would be magnificent if he finished his career with a World Cup to his name. Is this title absolutely necessary to count him among the greatest in history? No, but it would further enhance his career, and it would, without a doubt, be a splendid trophy for him.
I hope it happens because, beyond my personal admiration, I know it would be a major trophy for my country. Being part of it would be spectacular. HAS”
The last lap of the legends
This tournament marks a real changing of the guard: Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are probably approaching their last campaigns on the international scene. Unlike his eternal rival, already crowned with Argentina in Qatar four years ago, the 41-year-old Portuguese icon still harbors the ambition of lifting the only trophy missing from his record. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner enters the competition with an unrivaled international record, holding the absolute records for selections and goals scored in the national team, with 143 goals in 226 matches for his country.
Miami match preparations enter final stage
Miami match preparations enter final stage
Portugal will begin their preparation camp on June 1 and will play preparation matches against Chile and Nigeria before returning to their base camp in Miami. Martinez’s team will face a first major tactical challenge when they enter the fray against the Democratic Republic of Congo on June 17. Group stage encounters against Uzbekistan and Colombia will quickly follow, challenging this star-studded ‘Seleção’ to get through the early stages of the competition without a hitch, as they aim for a long winning streak through to the knockout stages.
