Cristiano Ronaldo Makes Big Statement on Missing out on World Cup Appearance in Qatar

• Cristiano Ronaldo has backed Portugal to make an appearance in the 2022 edition of the World Cup in Qatar
• North Macedonia stand in the way of Portugal and a trip to Qatar, with the two teams set to face off in the final on Tuesday night, March 29
• North Macedonia eliminated Italy in the European playoffs during the semis to set up a crunch meeting with Portugal who eased past Turkey

Cristiano Ronaldo has made a bold statement on the possibility of missing out on the 2022 edition of the World Cup.

Ronaldo's Portugal are facing the daunting task of earning a ticket for the global extravaganza set for Qatar.

Portugal's route to the 2022 Wolrd Cup

Fernando Santos' men missed out on a chance to earn a direct qualification for the World Cup after they finished second in their qualifying group.

At the time, the Seleção managed to collect a total of 17 points from eight matches, three points behind Serbia who made it through as group winners.

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Portugal were subsequently relegated to the European play-offs and have already taken a huge step towards qualification for the global showpiece after they demolished Turkey in the semis.

North Macedonia, who eliminated Italy now stand in the way of Ronaldo and co. in their dream of earning a trip to Qatar.

The two teams are scheduled to face off in the final on Tuesday night, March 29, at Estadio do Dragao, with a World Cup ticket up for grabs.

Ronaldo rates Portugal's World Cup chances

Speaking ahead of the North Macedonia clash, Ronaldo exuded confidence Portugal will emerge victors, boldly claiming there will be no World Cup without Portugal.

However, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner was quick to underscore the danger their opponents pose especially after they sent Italy packing.

“There is no World Cup without Portugal. There are no individualities here," Ronaldo said as quoted by Goal.

“We know that if we win we will go to the World Cup and if we lose we are out. We have the responsibility to be positive and win the match. I see everyone well prepared and wanting to be at their best tomorrow," he added.

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Ronaldo wins Player of the month award

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Cristiano Ronaldo has been announced Manchester United’s Player of the Month for his heroics in March.

The Portuguese forward scored 3 goals in 2 appearances for the Red Devils, including the amazing hattrick vs Tottenham Hotspur.

Ronaldo was able to beat off the likes of Jadon Sancho and Fred to win the award for the third time this season, after having won it in September and October.