Bernardo Silva urges Cristiano Ronaldo to keep playing for Portugal | OneFootball

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Phil Costa·2 July 2018

Bernardo Silva urges Cristiano Ronaldo to keep playing for Portugal

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Bernardo Silva has urged Cristiano Ronaldo not to retire from international football.

Ronaldo was unable to stop Portugal from exiting the World Cup on Saturday as they lost 2-1 against Uruguay, leading to questions about his future.


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When the next World Cup takes place in Qatar he will be 38 but Silva insists he can still be a difference maker.

“Ronaldo has had another amazing season,” said Silva. “In this World Cup, he helped us so much, scoring four goals.

“He’s been the highest scorer in the Champions League and won a third Champions League in a row.

“It’s his decision. As a teammate, I hope so because he helps us so much. He’s a fantastic player so hopefully he stays but it’s his decision.

“He is getting better with age. I hope he stays but we’ll see what happens.”