Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has paid tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo following Portugal's triumph over Spain in the UEFA Nations League final on Sunday.
The 40-year-old Ronaldo, who continues to defy age with his performances, played a crucial role in Portugal's victory by scoring the equalizer that forced the match into extra time. After a 2-2 draw following 120 minutes of play at Munich's Allianz Arena, Portugal secured the trophy with a 5-3 win in the penalty shootout.
Spain's Alvaro Morata was the only player to miss his spot-kick during the shootout, giving Roberto Martinez's side the edge needed to claim the title.
Vinicius Celebrates Ronaldo's Winning Mentality
Vinicius, who currently wears Ronaldo's iconic number seven jersey at Real Madrid, took to Instagram to express his admiration for the Portuguese star. Responding to a celebratory post featuring Ronaldo, the Brazilian international simply wrote: "ADDICTED TO WINNING."
The message highlights the respect Vinicius has for Ronaldo, who continues to add to his impressive trophy collection even at this stage of his career. The victory marks another international achievement for Ronaldo, who previously led Portugal to European Championship glory in 2016 and the inaugural Nations League title in 2019.
Following the match, Ronaldo himself expressed satisfaction with the result, stating: "Nothing is gonna change," regarding his commitment to continue playing for both club and country.
The Nations League final also featured 17-year-old Spanish sensation Lamine Yamal, who was substituted during the match by coach De la Fuente, citing the player's young age as a factor in the decision.
Meanwhile, reports suggest Ronaldo is set to sign a new deal with his current club Al Nassr, extending his professional career further despite entering his fifth decade.
The 2025 President Federation Cup final has also been scheduled, with the date and venue now confirmed, according to BenriNews.
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