Euro 2024: Cristiano Ronaldo Makes History Despite Portugal Defeat vs Georgia

Euro 2024: Cristiano Ronaldo Makes History Despite Portugal Defeat vs Georgia

Fred Kennedy
June 27, 2024 at 9:26 AM
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo has enjoyed a spectacular international career with Portugal, setting new records over the years
  • The five-time Ballon d'Or winner achieved yet another incredible milestone during Portugal's clash against Georgia
  • The Wednesday night clash ended in a 2-0 defeat for Selecao, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia finding the back of the net

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Al Nassr superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo, has inked his name in history books yet again.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner is part of Portugal's squad taking part in the ongoing Euro 2024 tournament in Germany.

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first player to make 50 appearances at a major tournament. Photo by Visionhaus.
Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first player to make 50 appearances at a major tournament. Photo by Visionhaus.
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The veteran forward has played a vital part in the team's campaign thus far, with the Euro 2016 champions already through to the last 16.

Robert Martinez's charges kicked off their campaign with a 2-1 win over the Czech Republic before hammering Turkey 3-0 in their second Group F clash.

However, Martinez's charges fell to a 2-0 defeat to Georgia in their final group-stage clash played on Wednesday, June 26.

Ronaldo makes history

Despite the defeat, Ronaldo still managed to ink his name in the history books of the Euros.

According to Sportskeeda, the forward is now the first European player to make 50 appearances at a major European tournament.

The 39-year-old will be hoping to hit new and incredible milestones, with Portugal still firmly in the tournament.

The former Manchester United star already holds numerous records in the competition, including being the player with the most appearances in the Euros.

Per UEFA.com, the Real Madrid icon has appeared in six different editions of the continental showpiece.

Meanwhile, Selecao will be taking on Slovenia in the last 16 of the Euro 2024.

The knockout clash is slated for Monday, July 1, at the Frankfurt Arena.

Georgia star over the moon after Ronaldo gesture

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Georgia star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia expressing his delight after he finally met his idol, Ronaldo, during the Euro 2024

The Napoli ace also got the Portugal star's shirt, with the forward taking to Instagram to describe the veteran's gesture as a dream.

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