Cristiano Ronaldo will be back on national duty after his successful spell at the Saudi Pro League. The league’s top scorer finished the season with 35 goals. The star striker has been in a lethal form lately helping his sides to win many important matches. His Portugal national football team will take on Croatia in an international friendly match at Centro Desportivo Nacional do Jamor. Both European sides are getting ready for the upcoming UEFA Euro 2024 tournament and some practice matches before the mega event would be helpful for them. The second of  Portugal’s’ three pre-Euro 2024 friendly fixtures will take place in Lisbon. Cristiano Ronaldo Leaves Heartwarming Comment on Kylian Mbappe’s Instagram Post After He Joins Real Madrid.

Ronaldo has been Portugal’s main striker for many years and now the addition of playmakers like Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva eased some pressure on CR7. With Strong teams like France, England and Germany, Roberto Martinez’s side has to be at their best to repeat the 2016 triumph at the Euros. Portugal breezed through their qualification group with an unbeaten record of 10 matches in Group J. The side netted 36 goals while shipping in just two. Ronaldo scored 10 goals and he is again set to be a vital player for his national side this summer. Check out whether CR7 will play in the Portugal vs Finland International Friendly Football Match.

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As mentioned earlier, Portugal will play three friendly matches before the Euro 2024 tournament. Ronaldo did not feature in the first match played against Finland, but the side showcased their capability to win games without their influential captain. Cristiano is expected to be rested again considering upcoming important fixtures in the Euro 2024. Cristiano Ronaldo Flaunts His Well-Toned Body In Bare-Chested Snap As Al-Nassr Star Enjoys Vacations Ahead of Joining Portugal Camp For UEFA Euro 2024 (See Pic).

A Selecao das Quinas will begin their campaign against the Czech Republic on June 18 with matches against Turkey and Georgia as their final two fixtures in the section. Ronaldo has been their top performer in international competitions and his form would be crucial in the team’s progress. But the 39-year-old Al-Nassr talisman has just completed a long Saudi Pro League season and some rest would be vital before the mega competition.

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