According to Cristiano Ronaldo, his connection with Manchester United is now complete.
The 37-year-old made history on Thursday, November 24, by becoming the first player to score at five World Cups.
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His 65th-minute penalty helped Portugal defeat Ghana 3-2 at Stadium 974, and he and the club mutually decided to end his contract at Old Trafford after their argument.
Ronaldo was named FIFA’s Player of the Match, which meant he had to attend the ensuing press conference.
He stayed in the room for 132 seconds and answered one question but, for the first time, publicly addressed his situation.
‘It is important we won,’ said Ronaldo, shaking his head when he heard United’s name mentioned. ‘It was a week that finished this chapter. It is closed and now I want to start with the good foot. We started here, we won. I want to help my team and all the rest of the squad.
He added:-
‘This was a beautiful moment my fifth World Cup. It is very important to win. We know in these competitions, the first match in crucial. But, also, the world record, the only player to score in five World Cups makes me very proud. The team made a good result in a tough game.’
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