Ronaldo Brushes Off Former Teammate’s Comments on Dedication
Cristiano Ronaldo has delivered a succinct and dismissive response to recent remarks made by former Real Madrid teammate Rafael van der Vaart about his renowned dedication to fitness.
Van der Vaart, speaking in a recent interview, jokingly claimed he never saw Ronaldo undressed, highlighting his teammate’s intense training regime. “He never left his house! I always say as a joke—Ronaldo is the only player that I never saw his penis. He was the first one on the training pitch and the last one who went. First of all, his body, wow! A machine. He was a little bit ahead of his time,” Van der Vaart said.
The former Dutch midfielder also noted Ronaldo’s unwavering focus on scoring: “Ronaldo was unbelievably selfish; if we won 6-0 and he didn’t score, he wasn’t happy. When we lost but he scored twice, it’d be alright.”
Van der Vaart’s comments sparked a direct response from Ronaldo. When a Portuguese Instagram account shared the quotes, the football superstar quipped, “Who is this guy?”
Despite Van der Vaart’s playful criticism, Ronaldo’s dedication to fitness is undeniable and undoubtedly played a pivotal role in his extraordinary success, particularly during his time with Real Madrid.
He remains the club’s all-time leading goalscorer (450 goals) and secured two La Liga titles and four Champions League titles during his tenure. After leaving Real Madrid in 2018, Ronaldo went on to play for Juventus, Manchester United, and now Al Nassr.
Reflecting on a Legendary Career and Contemplating Retirement
Recently, Ronaldo hinted at a potential retirement in the next one to two years, stating: “I just want to enjoy. Plan for retirement… if it has to happen, in one or two years… I don’t know. I’m turning 40 soon… I really want to enjoy, as long as I feel motivated I keep going. The day I don’t feel motivated, I will retire.”
Ronaldo’s career has been marked by unparalleled success, breaking countless records and cementing his place as one of the greatest footballers of all time. As he contemplates the final chapter of his career, the football world eagerly awaits his next move.
How did Cristiano Ronaldo react to Rafael van der Vaart’s comments?
## Ronaldo Brushes Off Former Teammate’s Comments on Dedication
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re discussing Cristiano Ronaldo’s reaction to some interesting comments from his former Real Madrid teammate, Rafael van der Vaart. Joining us is football commentator and analyst, Jane Smith. Jane, thanks for joining us.
**Jane Smith:** My pleasure. Always happy to talk about Ronaldo, one of the greatest footballers of all time.
**Host:** Absolutely. So, van der Vaart made some humorous comments about Ronaldo’s dedication to his training regimen, saying he “never saw Ronaldo’s willy” because he never saw him undressed. [1](https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/soccer/rafael-van-der-vaart-says-he-never-saw-cristiano-ronaldo-s-willy-at-real-madrid/ar-AA1vkuo8)
**Jane Smith:** It was a lighthearted jab, clearly meant to highlight Ronaldo’s unwavering focus on his fitness. Van der Vaart was emphasizing how dedicated Ronaldo was to his craft, even suggesting he barely left his house to ensure optimal training conditions.
**Host:** And how has Ronaldo responded to these comments?
**Jane Smith:** Ronaldo, as always, remained composed and focused. He brushed off the comments with a simple, dismissive statement. He understands that such banter is part and parcel of the game, and his priority remains on delivering on the pitch.
**Host:** It seems Ronaldo is letting his actions speak louder than words.
**Jane Smith:** Precisely. His dedication is unquestionable, his achievements undeniable.
**Host:** Jane Smith, thank you for sharing your insights with us today. This certainly adds another layer to the legend of Cristiano Ronaldo.