Bhaichung Bhutia Advises Portugal to Drop Cristiano Ronaldo if he Fails to Score: Euro 2024 Update

Former India skipper Bhaichung Bhutia has made a bold statement regarding Cristiano Ronaldo’s future in the Euro 2024 tournament. Bhutia has advised Portugal coach Roberto Martinez to drop the 39-year-old superstar if he fails to score in the knockout rounds of the competition.

Ronaldo, who has failed to find the back of the net in the group stage games, has been under scrutiny for his performances, especially in Portugal’s recent 0-2 loss to Georgia. Bhutia, known for his sharp football analysis, believes that Ronaldo’s age is catching up with him, affecting his speed and reflexes on the field.

Despite acknowledging Ronaldo’s legendary status and inspirational leadership, Bhutia emphasized the need for Portugal to consider younger and faster players if Ronaldo continues to struggle in finding his form. Drawing parallels to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where Ronaldo was benched in the knockout rounds, Bhutia suggested that Martinez may have to make a tough decision regarding the star forward.

In addition to his comments on Ronaldo, Bhutia also shared his insights on England’s chances in Euro 2024. Despite their lacklustre performances, Bhutia believes that England has a favorable draw in the knockouts, avoiding strong contenders like Germany and Spain. With the right adjustments in formation and player selection, Bhutia sees England as a potential finalist and even a title contender.

As the Euro 2024 tournament progresses, football fans will be eagerly watching to see if Bhutia’s predictions and recommendations come to fruition. Stay tuned for more updates on the thrilling competition.