Cristiano Ronaldo told the media: "You tried to kill me for 23 years"
Cristiano Ronaldo faced media criticism during his career, saying that he would decide for himself when to stop playing. He is preparing for the World Cup knockout match against Spain.
Cristiano Ronaldo addressed reporters during a press conference, saying, "You tried to kill me for 23 years." He made this statement before the World Cup knockout match against Spain at the Dallas Stadium. Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d'Or winner, addressed the media criticism and made it clear that he would decide for himself when to stop playing.
He said, "When I stop playing, it will be me who will decide, not you." Ronaldo also admitted that he is no longer the same player he was before, but defended his current form. "I have scored three goals in this World Cup," he said.
He further said that media criticisms make him stronger and he is grateful for it. "Your criticisms help me become better," Ronaldo said.
His goal is to win the World Cup, but he also said that this victory will not change his career vision. He said, "I will become neither a bigger nor a smaller Cristiano Ronaldo by winning the World Cup. With age comes experience and maturity."