Former Manchester United midfielder Eric Djemba-Djemba has expressed confidence that Cristiano Ronaldo will still be competing at the highest level when the 2030 World Cup arrives. The Cameroonian veteran, who shared a dressing room with Ronaldo at Old Trafford, believes the Portuguese icon’s unmatched dedication to improvement could see him defy age once again.
Djemba-Djemba highlighted Ronaldo’s relentless drive as the key factor behind his longevity. He remarked that if the five-time Ballon d’Or winner remains active by the time the tournament kicks off, Portugal would be foolish to leave him out. Calling it a fairy-tale finish, he suggested that Ronaldo’s potential participation alongside his son, Cristiano Jr., would create an unforgettable chapter in football history.
The former United man stated that Ronaldo’s mentality is unlike anything he has witnessed, driven by a constant hunger to refine his skills and compete at the elite level. He added that the 2030 World Cup, which will be partly hosted by Portugal, provides a perfect stage for a storybook ending to Ronaldo’s legendary career.
Ronaldo, currently the all-time leading scorer in men’s international football with 143 goals, shows no signs of slowing down. Djemba-Djemba’s endorsement adds weight to the growing speculation that the 40-year-old might extend his career well into the next decade, aiming to play in a sixth World Cup.