Cristiano Ronaldo Reacts to Suggestion He Could Be Benched at Euro 2024

• Cristiano Ronaldo is in line to make history in Germany as the first player to play in six different Euro tournaments
• However, the Al Nassr superstar is facing suggestions that he should be benched during the tournament due to his age
• The suggestions come at a time when the 39-year-old is enjoying a fine run of form, having recently netted a brace vs Ireland

Cristiano Ronaldo has broken silence on the suggestion he could be benched during the Euro 2024.

The Al Nassr forward is part of Portugal's star-studded team that is set to participate in the upcoming European tournament in Germany.

According to talkSPORT, Ronaldo has played at a record five European Championships.

The publication adds that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner holds the record for being the player who has appeared at the most tournaments.

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Given his longevity and experience, the former Manchester United striker is already in line to break more records in Germany.

One such record is of him extending his own feat of featuring in the tournament to six editions from his current five.

Ronaldo speaks on suggestions he should be benched

However, with the experienced striker entering the sunset years of his career, there are already suggestions that he should be benched during the Germany edition of the tournament.

The Real Madrid icon has since addressed the suggestions, insisting he will fully respect Portugal boss, Roberto Martinez, even if he decides not to play him.

"I am prepared, I always prepare in the best way. I will be ready as always to help our country and respect the coach’s decisions," he said via Metro UK.

“For me, playing for the national team is a passion, a love. Any game is special, a European Championship is special, it will be my sixth, which is also a record," he continued.

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How does Ronaldo maintain his fitness levels?

Sports Brief also previously explored how Cristiano Ronaldo maintains his extraordinary fitness levels at 39 years old.

The Portuguese star's exceptional genetics have undoubtedly helped him stay at the top of his game despite his age.