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Where does Cristiano rank among the greatest footballers of all time? What was his biggest, single strength as a player? Has he tarnished his legacy in any way with how drawn out and messy his international retirement has been?
Gary and Micah reflect on a stunning international career for Cristiano Ronaldo. Micah reveals what it was actually like to play against him, and why he’d often beaten you before you even stepped on the pitch.
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"Cristiano Ronaldo: What Is His Legacy?" is an episode of The Rest Is Football. Runtime 26 min. Published November 11, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.