After this praise, even football god Cristiano Ronaldo (36) shows himself really humble. At this year’s European Football Championship, the exceptional talent proves that he is a living legend. He is the only kicker who was in five euro squads. The Portuguese international made history not only with his many European Championship participations: He also broke the goal world record in the game against France last Wednesday!
In his 178th international match, Ronaldo set the Iranian’s record Ali Daei one who was previously the undisputed top scorer with 109 goals. And how did Daei react to the fact that he is now number two? He was extremely proud that the five-time world footballer is taking over his coat as a record holder. It touched the striker so much that he found himself in his Instagram-Story thanked his kicker colleague and paid him tribute: “True champions are champions forever. I am very proud to have such nice words from a great idol like you. Thank you, Ali Daei.”
The 52-year-old had in a post on his Instagram-Account raved that he was honored that CR7 is now the reigning goal world record holder. It is a “remarkable achievement”. “Ronaldo – a great footballer and warmhearted person who is an inspiration and has influenced many lives around the world”, Daei emphasized in conclusion.
