Never giving up, Ronaldo makes a surprising statement

25/10/2025 22:49:00 esportapi

Cristiano Ronaldo shares the “most crucial secret” behind his sustained top form over many years, and also confesses a surprisingly late sleeping routine that fans did not expect.

Cristiano Ronaldo recently disclosed the “most important secret” that has allowed him to keep performing at the highest level for nearly two decades, spanning from Europe to Saudi Arabia. At 40 years old, the Portuguese superstar shows no signs of slowing down, continuing to break numerous records with Al-Nassr and on the international stage. He has set an almost “unbelievable” goal: to score 1000 career goals, and he is currently just 51 goals away from reaching that milestone.

Ronaldo’s career is built on meticulous attention to detail, from his diet and recovery routines to gym workouts. This strict discipline has helped CR7 maintain his golden standard despite being 40 years old. Since joining Al-Nassr, Ronaldo has scored 105 goals in 118 matches, winning two consecutive “Golden Boot” awards in the Saudi Pro League. This season, he continues his devastating form with 5 goals in just 5 games.

Không bỏ cuộc, Ronaldo đưa ra tuyên bố đầy bất ngờ 728770 — Ronaldo maintains elite performance at age 40 (Photo: GOAL).

Remarkably, Ronaldo’s hunger for victory has never faded. To fuel that fire, he revealed his “secret formula.” In a video posted by WHOOP on social media, Ronaldo shared that consistent sleep and lifestyle habits are his “most important tools.”

Ronaldo stated: “Sleep is the most important tool I have. The key is to keep consistency in sleep and wake times. For example, I usually go to bed around 11–12 at night and wake up around 8:30 in the morning. That’s my routine. This is probably the most vital factor for long-term health.”

Không bỏ cuộc, Ronaldo đưa ra tuyên bố đầy bất ngờ 728771 — Ronaldo emphasizes that sleep is essential for maintaining peak performance over a long period (Photo: SportBible).

Ronaldo has long affirmed his goal to score 1000 career goals, and many believe he can truly achieve it. Former Manchester United defender Danny Simpson, who shared the locker room with Ronaldo in his early Old Trafford years, insists the Portuguese legend’s story is far from over. Speaking to GOAL, Simpson stressed that Ronaldo could easily continue playing into his mid-40s.

“I don’t think anyone can push him aside. As long as he keeps scoring and avoids injuries, I wouldn’t be surprised. That’s Ronaldo. I know he wants to reach 1000 goals, and I believe he also wants to play alongside his son.”

Ronaldo is aiming for a timeless legacy, something that transcends time itself. Simpson added: “Playing with his son is probably the greatest goal once you’ve won every trophy. Sharing the pitch with your child is definitely special. He always sets big targets (1000 goals, playing with his son), and perhaps only after achieving them will he feel complete. Ronaldo is an extraordinary man, a legendary player, and what he has contributed to football is unbelievable.”

Không bỏ cuộc, Ronaldo đưa ra tuyên bố đầy bất ngờ 728773 — The prospect of Ronaldo playing alongside his son on the field is no longer distant (Photo: GOAL).

Ronaldo has never hidden his dream of one day playing with his eldest son, Cristianinho. The 14-year-old is currently attracting attention in Al-Nassr’s youth squad and, according to his father, is developing faster than Ronaldo did at the same age: “When I was his age, he is taller and stronger than I was. I was smaller. I think he will surpass me. The only question is whether he has the same hunger as I did. Because hunger is the hardest thing to find.”

For someone who has conquered the toughest European tournaments, won 5 Champions League titles and led Portugal to continental glory, Ronaldo’s next challenge is deeply personal: the race against time to share the pitch with his son.

He admitted: “I really want that. It’s not something that keeps me awake at night, but I still hope for it. We’ll see. Now it depends more on him than on me.”

Although his time in Saudi Arabia has brought Ronaldo numerous individual accolades, collective success remains a desire. Currently, thanks to the brilliant form of Ronaldo and Joao Felix, Al-Nassr is off to a strong start this season and will aim to extend their winning streak when they face Al-Hazm this Sunday.

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