“Winning a World Cup for Portugal was the biggest and most ambitious dream of my career,” the currently clubless forward posted.
“Fortunately I won many titles of international distinction, including with Portugal, but putting our country’s name on the highest step in the World was my biggest dream.
“I fought for it. I fought hard for this dream. In the five appearances I scored in World Cups over 16 years, always by the side of great players and supported by millions of Portuguese, I gave my all. Left it all out on the field.
“I never turned my face to the fight and I never gave up on that dream. sadly yesterday the dream ended.
“It’s not worth reacting whilst hot.
“I just want everyone to know that much has been said, much has been written, much has been speculated, but my dedication to Portugal has not changed for an instant.
“I was always one more person fighting for everyone’s goal and I would never turn my back on my teammates and my country.
“For now, there’s not much more to say. Thank you, Portugal. Thank you, Qatar. The dream was beautiful while it lasted… Now, it’s time to be a good advisor and allow each one to draw their own conclusions.”
