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Ronaldo ‘could be a starter’ in FIFA World Cup 2026: Figo

Cristiano Ronaldo “could be a starter” for Portugal at the FIFA World Cup 2026, according to Luis Figo, as fans await the former’s next move.

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RONALDO ‘COULD BE A STARTER’ FOR PORTUGAL BEFORE HE RETIRES, SAYS FIGO

Ronaldo “could be a starter” for Portugal, Figo said, before he hangs up his boots for good.

Furthermore, Figo is convinced that the 40-year-old Al-Nassr forward’s advanced age will not deter his major impact for the Portuguese squad.

Moreover, the 52-year-old icon admitted that he and the fans will just have to “wait and see” for Ronaldo’s next move.

“He (Ronaldo) could be a starter at the World Cup. Decisive… we have to wait and see,” Figo said while speaking at an event in Madrid.

“And he will always score goals, I think, even at 40, even at 42, he will always score goals. Now, whether they are decisive goals, I don’t know; we have to wait and see,” he added.

RECORD SIX WORLD CUPS AWAIT CRISTIANO IF HE PLAYS IN 2026 AT 42

A record six World Cup stints await Ronaldo if he plays in the 2026 edition at 42 years old.

Moreover, Ronaldo has secured his place in Portugal’s national team history after he collected 136 goals in 219 appearances.

Furthermore, he has been managing his energy in his current stint in the Saudi Pro league to save him from wear and tear.

Ronaldo missed Al Nassr’s recent match, a 3-2 close win over DAMC.

He might be pacing himself towards an AFC Champions League quarterfinal against the Yokohama Marinos.

AL NASSR EXTENSION POSSIBLE FOR CRISTIANO

An extension to play with Al Nassr remains possible for Ronaldo, who signed with the franchsie in 2023.

Furthermore, the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star remains in contention to complete 1000 goals before his retirement.

Moreover, Ronaldo is in no pressure to break records as he seeks to prolong his career for at least a year or two.

“Let’s enjoy the moment… I’m not chasing 1,000 goals as an obsession. If it happens, perfect,” Ronaldo said early this month,

“The moment is the most special thing, not what’s gonna come. Guys, let’s enjoy the present for now,” he added.