Cristiano Ronaldo’s Historic Moment Marred by Fan’s Pitch Invasion
Cristiano Ronaldo’s stunning late winner against Scotland may have sent shockwaves through the football world, but the Portuguese superstar’s joy was tempered by a chaotic pitch invasion.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner struck his 901st career goal with just two minutes left on the clock, securing a thrilling 2-1 victory for Portugal in the UEFA Nations League. But the moment was marred by a fan who invaded the pitch, attempting to get a selfie with Ronaldo.
Journalist Henry Winter tweeted that the incident was "ridiculous" and "dangerous," calling for the fan to be punished. "Couple of selfless track backs to regain possession, too. Perhaps best way to use him at 39, one-half wonder #PORSCO," Winter added.
Ronaldo’s remarkable milestone came just a week after he reached 900 goals in a victory over Croatia. The 39-year-old’s enduring dominance on the pitch was hailed by Portugal manager Roberto Martinez, who praised his "commitment" and "intelligence" in opening up spaces for his teammates.
Martinez also shed light on Ronaldo’s remarkable fitness levels, stating that the forward can’t play two consecutive matches of 90 minutes due to his advanced age. "He can’t play two consecutive matches of 90 minutes. He has to be there for the end of the match, not the start. I like his commitment," the manager said.
Ronaldo’s historic achievement was met with widespread acclaim, with many praising his incredible longevity and skill on the pitch. "I think scoring 900 goals is not easy. It is a historic, incredible feat, it is an inspiration for several generations and for football," Martinez said. "But for me, what is important now is why Cristiano scored the goal. I think it was the performance. Very good, full of intelligence. Our striker is not just about goals. It is important. It is a number for the future, but for us the important thing is now."
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