Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has lavished praise on Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, hailing him as the deadliest goalpoacher in the world.
Keane’s accolades come after Ronaldo achieved a remarkable milestone, scoring his 900th career goal for club and country in Portugal’s 2-1 win over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League opener on Thursday.
Ronaldo, still the captain of the Portugal national team, ended a five-game scoring drought with his national team by creating history and becoming the first football player to reach the 900-goal mark. Keane, speaking to ITV Sport, acknowledged Ronaldo’s incredible scoring ability, saying, “That was a bit of an issue (not scoring at the Euros), but 900 goals. If you put the ball in those areas, he’s still the best in the world.”
Keane’s praise is a testament to Ronaldo’s enduring quality and goal-scoring prowess, which has seen him become a record-breaker in various competitions. The 39-year-old has an impressive 14 goals in the Euros and eight at World Cups, cementing his status as one of the greatest goal-scorers in football history.
Ronaldo’s achievement has sparked widespread admiration, with Keane’s endorsement highlighting the Portuguese forward’s continued dominance in the sport.
Despite his advanced age, Ronaldo remains a force to be reckoned with, and his 900th goal is a reminder of his remarkable consistency and skill.
