Ronaldo and the Club World Cup: Rest More Important Than Glory?
Cristiano Ronaldo, football legend and current Al Nasr player, shocked fans by saying that rest is more important to him than participating in the Club World Cup. While his club rivals like Al Hilal and Al Ahli are playing in this prestigious tournament, Al Nasr did not qualify, and Ronaldo doesn’t see it as a problem.
“I had some offers to play in the Club World Cup, but I think it didn’t make sense. I want a good rest and good preparation because the season will be very long and ends with the World Cup. I want to be ready, not just for Al Nasr, but also for the national team,” Ronaldo said.
Despite his age, the Portuguese star is still hungry for trophies. He recently extended his contract with the Saudi club for two more years and believes he will become the Saudi Arabian champion. “My goal is always to win something important with Al Nasr,” he stated.
This statement comes as the Club World Cup is held in the USA, with matches lasting up to five hours, causing dissatisfaction from Chelsea’s manager Enzo Maresca over the tournament’s organization.
While Ronaldo chooses rest and preparation, other clubs and players fight on the pitch, and fans wonder – is this a new trend among stars? Is rest more important than titles and glory? Or is Ronaldo just wisely planning his career in years when every minute of rest is worth gold?
In any case, as the football world revolves around the Club World Cup, Ronaldo sends a clear message: sometimes it’s better to save strength for bigger battles. What do you think? Is Ronaldo right, or is this a sign that legends are starting to lose their hunger for the game? Drop a comment, maybe you’ll surprise us!
What’s happening at the Club World Cup?
- Manchester City crushed Orlando and Juventus 5-2 and advanced as the top of Group G.
- Chelsea beat Charlotte, Benfica’s team, 4-1 after extra time in the semifinals.
- However, matches last up to five hours, sparking criticism over the organization.
Ronaldo and Al Nasr
- Al Nasr did not qualify for the Club World Cup.
- Ronaldo extended his contract with Al Nasr for two more years.
- His goal is to win the Saudi Arabian championship.
Sports world highlights
- Partizan basketball team became Serbian champions for the first time in 11 years.
- Serbian tennis players Novak Djokovic and Miomir Kecmanović trained together ahead of Wimbledon.
- Serbian rowers won gold at the World Cup in the double sculls discipline.
Clearly, while some fight for titles, others choose wisely – rest and preparation. What about you? Would you choose rest or the fight for the trophy? Share your thoughts, maybe you have the recipe for success!
