There Are Not Enough Words – Christiano Ronaldo Reacts As Pepe Retires From Football

“Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has penned a heartfelt tribute to his dear friend and former teammate, Pepe, who bid farewell to the beautiful game on August 8th.

Pepe, 41, hung up his boots after a storied career, with his final appearance coming in Portugal’s quarter-final defeat to France at Euro 2024. With 141 caps for Portugal, Pepe leaves behind a remarkable legacy, surpassed only by Ronaldo (211) and João Moutinho (146) in terms of appearances for the national team.

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Ronaldo’s emotional tribute honors the enduring bond and memories shared with his longtime companion on and off the pitch.”

He wrote:

“There are not enough words to express how much you mean to me, friend.”

“We won everything there was to win on the field, but the greatest achievement is the friendship and respect I have for you. You are unique, my brother. Thank you so much.”