Arjun Menon
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Fernandes Targets 2026 World Cup Victory to Complete Ronaldo’s Legacy
Bruno Fernandes has expressed determination to win the 2026 World Cup with Portugal, viewing the tournament as an opportunity to crown Cristiano Ronaldo’s storied international career. The Manchester United captain believes delivering a world title would honor everything the 41-year-old forward has contributed to football.
“Wrapping up all this last World Cup with Cristiano winning it would be something amazing,” Fernandes told Wayne Rooney. “I really hope we can make it happen, not just for Portugal, but for everything Cristiano gave to football and the world.”
Ronaldo will compete in a record sixth World Cup in June, marking what many expect to be the final major tournament of his illustrious career. The forward remains one of football’s greatest players without winning the World Cup, a distinction that has defined discussions around his legacy for years.
Ronaldo’s Unmatched International Record
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner holds the record for international goals with 143 strikes. Ronaldo was instrumental in Portugal’s Euro 2016 triumph and has lifted the Nations League trophy twice, cementing his status among elite international performers despite the World Cup absence.
Portugal’s Group K campaign begins June 17 against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Houston, followed by Uzbekistan on June 23 in the same city. The squad concludes group play against Colombia on June 27 in Miami.
The tournament runs June 11 to July 19 across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Fernandes and his teammates face the challenge of navigating a competitive group stage before pursuing the ultimate prize for their veteran leader.