The X post by Cristiano Ronaldo features a video of him celebrating with the UEFA Euro 2024 trophy, marking Portugal’s victory in the tournament, which concluded on July 14, 2024, with Spain defeating England 2-1 in the final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. This win was significant as it was Portugal’s first major title since Euro 2016, highlighting Ronaldo’s enduring impact on the national team despite being 39 years old at the time. Ronaldo’s celebration is particularly notable given his performance in the tournament; he scored one goal and provided two assists, but his emotional reaction and leadership were pivotal, especially in the quarter-final against France where he missed a penalty but later scored in the shootout.
👍🏽❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/zrM25YoYsz
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) June 12, 2025
His presence on the field, even in a less dominant role, underscores his status as a global football icon and the emotional weight he carries for Portuguese fans. The backdrop of this celebration includes Portugal’s journey through the tournament, where they topped Group F with wins over the Czech Republic, Turkey, and Georgia, before advancing past Slovenia and France in the knockout stages. This context is enriched by the fact that Ronaldo, despite not being the top scorer, was named in the UEFA Euro 2024 Team of the Tournament, reflecting his overall influence and the narrative of resilience and legacy in his career.