Former Chelsea defender, Frank Leboeuf has claimed that Portugal will win the Euro 2024 if their captain Cristiano Ronaldo doesn’t play for them.
Ronaldo is ready to steer his nation to this summer time’s Euros in Germany, aiming to win the trophy for a second time.
The 39-year-old ahead managed to assist Portugal win a first-ever piece of silverware when he captained them to glory in Euro 2016 in France.
Portugal are in Group F with Türkiye, Czech Republic, and a playoff qualifier.
Talking to BetVictor, Leboeuf stated:
“For me, Portugal are literally one of many contenders for this summer time’s European Championships.
“I really assume they’ll win the Euros, however provided that Cristiano Ronaldo doesn’t play.
“You can’t take away something that Ronaldo has accomplished for soccer simply because he has gone to retire within the Saudi League. I need to thank him for taking the game to a different stage, however there’s an finish for everybody.”
