Cristiano Ronaldo has mocked rumors of fitness problems surrounding him ahead of his participation with his national team in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
preparations for their opening match in the tournament against the Democratic Republic of Congo next Wednesday, saying, "The preparations were good, although tiring, because we put in a lot of effort."
He added: "We have dominated the friendly matches, but the most important thing is the official start of the tournament (for Portugal) on the 17th of this month, in the first match, and then the pressure will intensify and then we will see the real champions."
Ronaldo hopes to win his first World Cup title during his sixth appearance in the tournament, thus equaling the record for the most appearances in the tournament.
