Cristiano Ronaldo is going to lead Portugal as captain once again following the team’s announcement of their 26-member squad for the upcoming UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany.
As Ronaldo had 50-plus goal contributions for the team, he has been in good form for Al Nassr this season.
He scored 10 goals and received 2 assists for Portugal on the international stage.
In addition to Ronaldo, the likes of Joao Felix, Pedro Neto, Rafael Leao and Diogo Jota will also be part of the forward line for the Euro 2016 winners.
Moreover, the midfield has a perfect mix of youth and experience with Bruno Fernandes, Joao Neves, Palhinha and Vitinha.
The defence, on the other hand, will see the evergreen Pepe lead the likes of Ruben Dias, Diogo Dalot and Goncalo Inacio.
The statement from Portugal said that “they will have a pre-competitive training camp which will include three games against Finland, Croatia and Republic Of Ireland.”
"The players will take part in the pre-competitive training camp which will include, still in Portugal, three games against Finland (José Alvalade Stadium, June 4th), Croatia (National Stadium, June 8th) and the Republic of Ireland (Aveiro Municipal Stadium, June 11th). of June)," the statement added.
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