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Published 18:25 3 Jan 2023 GMT
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"I won everything, I played at the most important clubs and for me now it is a new challenge in Asia. I'm a unique player, I beat all the records there [Europe], so I want to beat a few here. This contract is unique, because I'm unique, so this is normal."The introductory part of the press conference featured six questions and Ronaldo's answers were met, by the host, with remarks like, 'Great', 'Amazing' and 'Incredible'. There was one tricky part, when outside criticism of Ronaldo moving to Saudi Arabia was mentioned. International football's record goalscorer was ready and waiting for that one. He had a zinging response primed.
"As you know with football now, the teams are all very different than over the last 15 years. All the teams are more prepared and ready. "You give the example of the World Cup - the only team that beat the champions [Argentina] was Saudi Arabia. Don't forget that! "And you had many surprises. South Korea, the Africans teams and Costa Rica, for example, they did a really good job. It's not easy to win any games today because the teams are prepared and the evolution of teams is different."Ronaldo's response, which felt pre-prepared, included him stressing that the Saudi Pro League is highly competitive. "I beat all the records in Europe so I want to be a few records here," he added. That claim was met by a loud round of applause, including from many in the media seats. There was even a bizarre moment when a few voices at the back of the press room urged Ronaldo to give everyone a 'SIUUUU'. Thankfully, he declined. https://twitter.com/footballdaily/status/1610313707011047424 Al-Nassr are currently top of the SPL standings and face Al Ta'ee on Thursday. Cristiano Ronaldo joked that he has already told his new manager, Rudi Garcia that he is ready to play. Follow the latest transfer rumours in our dedicated hub here. Related links.
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