FIFA chief Infantino lauds Ronaldo’s unparalleled legacy

FIFA President Gianni Infantino issued a statement commending the career of Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo. The governing body’s chief highlighted the Brazilian’s extraordinary goal‑scoring record, numerous individual awards and his influence on the global growth of football. Infantino added that Ronaldo’s achievements set a benchmark that could remain unmatched for generations. The remarks were published by The Hawk, underscoring the respect the sport’s leadership holds for the retiring legend. No further details about the context of the comments were provided.