"My GOAT Deserves This": Fans Erupt as Cristiano Ronaldo Leads Portugal to UEFA Nations League Glory

 

Cristiano Ronaldo Nations League 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo has once again etched his name into the history books, leading Portugal to a thrilling UEFA Nations League victory over Spain in a pulsating final at the Allianz Arena on Sunday, May 8. The match ended 2-2 after extra time, but the Seleção das Quinas prevailed 5-3 on penalties, thanks in part to Ronaldo's brilliance and a costly miss by Alvaro Morata.

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⚽ Ronaldo’s Redemption Story: From Al-Nassr Disappointment to National Triumph

After enduring a tough season at Al-Nassr with no major trophies and declining form, Cristiano Ronaldo rolled back the years in Munich. The 40-year-old silenced critics and reignited fan adoration by scoring a crucial equalizer in the 61st minute. His instincts and leadership guided Portugal to become the first team to win the UEFA Nations League twice, following their 2019 triumph.

Ronaldo, now with 138 international goals, was in tears after the final whistle.

“Nothing is better than winning for Portugal,” Ronaldo told the BBC. “It’s tears. It’s duty done and a lot of joy.”

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🔥 Twitter/X Reacts: "My GOAT Deserves This!"

The internet exploded with admiration for Ronaldo’s aura, especially amid the pre-match hype surrounding Spain’s teenage prodigy, Lamine Yamal. Fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate the Portuguese legend and draw comparisons between him and the 16-year-old starlet:

• "My GOAT deserves this."

• "Ronaldo showed Yamal what real aura is." – @redragonyx

• "Everyone is a gangster until a real gangster walks into the room!"

• "Everyone’s a king until the real king arrives." – @TheFarm_er

• "Bruno deserves this too!" – Another user acknowledged Fernandes' key role.

The narrative quickly shifted from Yamal vs. Ronaldo to a masterclass in longevity, experience, and mental strength—qualities Ronaldo exemplified under pressure.

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🧠 Match Summary

• Spain 2–2 Portugal (5–3 pens)

  • Goals:

    • Zubimendi (21’)

    • Mendes (26’)

    • Oyarzabal (45’)

    • Ronaldo (61’)

  • Penalties: Morata misses the only spot-kick; Portugal flawless from the spot.

  • Key Performers: Cristiano Ronaldo, Nuno Mendes, Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Dias.

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🏆 Cristiano Ronaldo's Legacy with Portugal

This win marks Ronaldo’s third major trophy with Portugal (Euro 2016, Nations League 2019, Nations League 2025). For many fans, this solidifies his status as the greatest international footballer of all time.

• 138 international goals

• 3 international trophies

• First player to win multiple Nations League titles