Former Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas praised Cristiano Ronaldo’s improved overall play following Portugal’s 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic on Tuesday, June 18. This match marked a historic moment for Ronaldo as he became the first player to participate in six editions of the European Championship.
The 39-year-old five-time Ballon d’Or winner played the entire match, delivering a strong performance despite not scoring. Ronaldo was pivotal in securing Portugal’s three points in their Euro 2024 group stage opener.
Fabregas, analyzing Ronaldo’s performance on BBC, noted that the Portuguese star, who turns 40 in February 2025, is showcasing remarkable confidence in the tournament.
“His overall play has been significantly better than we’ve seen in recent years,” said Fabregas. “Regardless of how the team performs, he always manages to create opportunities for himself or his teammates. Right now, he’s brimming with confidence.”
Portugal’s next Euro 2024 match is against Turkey at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 22.
