Kroos on Ronaldo and His Real Madrid Era
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos spoke about his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, who currently plays for Saudi club Al-Nasr. The German midfielder described Ronaldo in strong terms, noting that the Portuguese star was among the greatest players in football history, a sentiment he shared in an interview quoted by Madrid Universal.
According to Kroos, the experience of playing alongside Ronaldo was extraordinary. He emphasized Ronaldo’s status as one of the game’s all time greats and highlighted the impact Ronaldo had during their time together at Real Madrid.
Ronaldo spent nine seasons with Real Madrid from 2009 to 2018. During that period, the Portuguese forward helped the club win two Spanish league titles and an equal number of domestic cups. He also guided Real Madrid to four Champions League triumphs, a record that stands as one of the most celebrated chapters in the club’s modern history.
Ronaldo joined Al-Nasr on January 2, 2023, with a contract that reportedly established an annual salary of 200 million euros. The agreement runs through the end of June 2025. In the current season, Ronaldo has appeared in 11 matches across all competitions, contributing 11 goals and 6 assists for his new club as he continues to showcase his enduring scoring prowess.
Now aged 38, Ronaldo has collected five Ballon d’Or titles, underscoring his standing among the sport’s elite. His international honors with Portugal include winning the European Championship in 2016 and the Nations League in 2019. These achievements place him among the most decorated players in European football history, reinforcing the lasting value of his contributions to both his clubs and the national team. (Source: Madrid Universal)
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