Fans enjoyed what Cristiano Ronaldo did right after Portugal defeated Czechia 2-1 at Euro 2024.Ronaldo started Portugal’s first Euro 2024 group stage game, making him the second-oldest outfield player in competition history.The 39-year-old is also the only player to compete in six European Championships, having made his debut for his country at the age of 18 in 2024.

While Ronaldo did not score on the night, he did play the entire 90 minutes and would have assisted Diogo Jota’s disallowed goal if he had not been centimetres offside in the buildup.In the end, he watched as replacement Francisco Conceicao scored his first international goal on 92 minutes, sealing a thrilling victory.And as soon as the final whistle rang at the Red Bull Arena, Ronaldo walked straight over to the 21-year-old Porto player and embraced him.

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In response, one fan wrote: “A great winner. When I saw his reaction after Czechia scored, I knew they’re still going to win the game.”

A second noted: “He’s changed – seems to be nicer when he doesn’t score.”

A third wrote: “It means everything.”

The winger’s goal is especially meaningful to Ronaldo because the Al Nassr player previously played against his father, current Porto manager Sergio Conceicao, while at Sporting Lisbon.In a lengthy Twitter statement prior of the competition, Ronaldo acknowledged his achievement of being the most experienced player in Euros history and issued a rallying cry to Portuguese fans.Getty)

He wrote: “Today begins another chapter in our history. I fondly remember my first day with the national team, a journey full of challenges and victories.

“Now, I have the honor of being alongside a team of champions, full of talent and determination.

“With everyone’s strength and support, we turn dreams into reality. Let’s, together, fight for another triumph. United, we are unstoppable.”