Lionel Messi's recent hat trick has set multiple World Cup records, drawing heightened attention to Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of his match against Congo on June 18.
As Portugal prepares for the group stage match, fans worldwide are eager to see how Ronaldo performs following Messi's record-breaking achievements, including the most career points and the oldest player to score a hat trick in World Cup history.
In South Korean online communities, discussions have even turned to a fortune-telling analysis based on Ronaldo's birth date (February 5, 1985), with varied reactions regarding the match's outcome.
The shared fortune included messages like, "Your overall fortune indicates a solitary life," and "It could be a very challenging day; don’t try to solve everything alone. Seeking help from those around you will be beneficial."
Some netizens remarked, "This oddly aligns with Portugal's current situation," and "Doesn't this suggest Ronaldo should focus more on teamwork rather than trying to do it all himself?"
Currently, the Portuguese national team is regarded as one of the strongest in its history.
Ronaldo is joined by several players from top European clubs like Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain in the attacking lineup. Online reactions include, "It would be strange if they can’t score with this lineup," and "Even if they do score, the pressure of being compared to Messi will be significant."
Additionally, past comments from Ronaldo regarding the World Cup have resurfaced.
In a previous interview, he stated, "Is it necessary to have the World Cup to define the greatest player in history?" and expressed skepticism about a tournament decided by just six or seven matches, saying, "Winning the World Cup is not my dream."
Reactions to these comments include, "It would have been more admirable if he had expressed a desire to win the World Cup," and "That statement is disappointing; it will be referenced every time Messi breaks a record."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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