The Portuguese assured that he wants to continue playing in the top soccer competitions after age 40.
The Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo assured that he wants to continue playing in the top soccer competitions after age 40.
“I am happy. I want to continue and see what happens: if I can play at 40, 41, 42 … But the most important thing is to enjoy the moment, “said the 36-year-old footballer in the first of three installments of this interview broadcast on Wednesday night.
“Genetically speaking, I’m not going to say that I feel like I’m 25 years old, don’t overdo it. But it’s like I’m 30. I take care of my body and my mind “, added the Manchester United striker.
Asked if he compared to other sports legends like American football star Tom Brady (43 years old) or the tennis player Roger Federer (40), CR7 considered that it was “other sports, with different demands”.
“Longevity is a fascinating thing, that I started studying lately, “said Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or.
The secret to staying at the best level is, according to the star, to have “intelligence” necessary to “adapt to new situations.”
“I have experience, I know my body. I know when I can and when I can’t (…) I am proud that people continue to say that Cristiano, with 37, 38 … continues to maintain his usual level “.
“There is something I have learned in recent years: after 33, the body continues to respect you (…) but the toughest battle, in my opinion, is at the mental level. “
