Aoba Tanaka 
Kylian Mbappe expressed his excitement about facing Cristiano Ronaldo as France prepares for their Euro 2024 quarter-final against Portugal in Hamburg on Friday. The French forward, who recently joined Real Madrid, praised Ronaldo’s legacy. “It’s an honor to play against Cristiano,” said Mbappe. “He’s always been a legend of the game. We hope to win and reach the semi-finals.”
Ronaldo, 39, announced this would be his last Euros, making the match even more significant. Mbappe emphasized, “There will only be one Ronaldo. I hope to write my own story at Madrid, but what he did is unique.”
Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva, who played with Mbappe at Monaco, recalled Mbappe’s early promise and expressed admiration for his career. “I wish him the best but not against us. We want to qualify.”
Portugal’s path to the quarter-finals was challenging, needing extra time and a penalty shootout to beat Slovenia. Despite criticism, coach Roberto Martinez remains focused. “Criticism shows how passionate people are. My job is to help our players perform their best,” he said.
The stage is set for a thrilling clash between two football giants, with Mbappe and Ronaldo at the forefront.
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