Cristiano Ronaldo maybe they lowered the curtain on him FIFA World Cup work, but France too Thierry Henry he believes the Portuguese captain has nothing left to prove after creating a legacy that will last a long time. Portugal’s World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the round of 16, which shows. RonaldoThe sixth and final appearance in football’s biggest competition. The 41-year-old confirmed before the knockout clash that the 2026 edition would be his last World Cup, although he did not announce his international retirement. Speaking on Fox Sports after his exit from Portugal, Henry praised Ronaldo’s incredible performance and said his achievements had already helped him rank among the best in football. “He will not need anyone to explain his legacy; his legacy will not be affected. Whatever she chooses, I wish her the best. I wish he could reach 1,000 goals. He inspired many generations, especially with the way he breathes, his life and the way he thinks about football,” said Henry. The former Arsenal player also highlighted Ronaldo’s commitment to fitness and technique, saying the former player remains a role model for aspiring footballers. “Look at his body, look at the way he is; he is an example for everyone. A great person, all the best you want to do,” he added. Ronaldo finished his World Cup career with 27 appearances, the second highest in the competition’s history, and 11 goals. Although his World Cup numbers did not match the impressive standards he set in club football, he contributed greatly in his final campaign scoring three goals in five games. The Portuguese manager went on to rewrite the record books in the game. In Portugal’s Round of 32 victory over Croatia, Ronaldo became the first player to enter a FIFA World Cup tournament at the age of 41 or older. The match was also the first World Cup to feature two players aged 40 or over, as Ronaldo faced his former Real Madrid team-mate. Luka Modric. He also became the oldest goalscorer at 41 years and 147 days after his first goal in the competition. Portugal began their campaign with a 1-1 draw against DR Congo before Ronaldo silenced his opponents by scoring twice in an emphatic 5-0 win over Uzbekistan. The tournament saw him surpass Eusebio as Portugal’s top scorer in FIFA World Cup history with 10 goals and become the first player to score in six different competitions. Although Portugal’s quest for World Cup glory ended earlier than expected, Henry believes that Ronaldo’s achievements in the game go beyond trophies and history, defining his legacy that no one needs to define.