The world cup expectations of Cristiano Ronaldo are also at a critical stage whereby the world cup will take place within less than a hundred days. The 41-year-old striker is training on what would have been his sixth time in the biggest stage of the football with the national football team of Portugal.
Ronaldo is still on a hunt to make history. He is near the incredible achievement of having 1,000 career goals with Al Nassr FC. The world of international football has already identified him as the number one top scorer of all time. But his appetite to more records is evident.
The last preparations that will be done by Portugal are two high profile March friendlies in the United States. They will have to contend with Mexico national football team and United states men national soccer team. The matches will be significant in terms of rhythm and tactical balance prior to the beginning of the World Cup.
The attendance of Ronaldo in these matches is however questionable. It is reported that he might not feature because of fitness issues. Workload management is important at the age of 41. All matches should be well planned. The coaching team of Portugal will not be willing to lose its captain just before the tournament.
Failure on Ronaldo to attend the friendlies may create a chance to the younger attackers. Portugal possess a new generation who is willing to take up. Nevertheless, there is no experience like that of Ronaldo. His dressing room and big moments leadership is still critical.
The world cup countdown is in progress. To Ronaldo, this could be his last chance of winning trophy. Any decision that he will make in the next few weeks may continue to define his legacy.
