Former Portugal coach Fernando Santos pays tribute to Ronaldo: A big hug, with all my respect

Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portugal national team. Former Portugal coach Fernando Santos posted a message paying tribute to him.

Fernando Santos wrote:

Thank you for everything you have given to the national team, to our country, and to all of us.

Your career is unmatched, and your legacy will never fade.

You are the greatest of all time.

A big hug to you, Cristiano, with all my admiration, respect, and friendship, today and always.

Fernando Santos was head coach of the Portugal national team for eight years, from 2014 to 2022. During his tenure, he and Ronaldo led Portugal to victory at the 2016 UEFA European Championship and the 2019 UEFA Nations League.