Turkish defender Merih Demiral has cautioned his teammates about veteran Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of their Euro 2024 clash on Saturday.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference on Thursday, Demiral emphasized Ronaldo’s current excellent form and the need for the defense to be vigilant against the 39-year-old, who has previously played for Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus.
Turkey secured a 3-1 victory over Georgia in their first match, while Portugal triumphed 2-1 against Czechia in theirs.
Demiral stated (via @TimelineCR7 on X):
“Ronaldo is performing at a very high level right now. He was in top form when we faced each other in Saudi Arabia. He’s a hardworking player who sets an example for everyone. As a defense, we must be extremely cautious.”
