Miguel Albuquerque reiterated his support for Cristiano Ronaldo, stating that the Madeiran footballer is "the most internationally known Portuguese person." When questioned about the player's situation with the national team, the regional executive leader highlighted Ronaldo's career of over 25 years and his contributions to the Portuguese squad.
Albuquerque dismissed any attempts to diminish the player's career or legacy, emphasizing the international projection achieved by the Madeiran. The President of the Regional Government maintained his supportive stance, even regarding issues surrounding Ronaldo's departure from the national team's training camp, believing Cristiano Ronaldo's historical significance will surpass that of temporary figures in Portuguese football.
