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Richie Mills

Cristiano Ronaldo sends out 'unity' message to Portugal ahead of Euro 2024 clash with Turkey

Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo has called for "unity and commitment" among his team-mates ahead of their upcoming Euros clash with Turkey.

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  • Portugal beat Czech Republic 2-1
  • Face Turkey in next Euros game
  • Ronaldo sends 'unity' message

  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    After scraping past Czech Republic in their Euro 2024 opener, Ronaldo's Portugal side take on Turkey - who beat Georgia 3-1 in a thrilling contest on Tuesday. Now, the 39-year-old has called on his team-mates to be ready for the Turks on Saturday.

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  • WHAT CRISTIANO RONALDO SAID

    Alongside posting multiple photos of Ronaldo and his team-mates appearing to be in high spirits in Portugal training, the Al-Nassr star wrote on Instagram: "Unity, Focus, and Commitment."

  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Portugal and Turkey head into this game off the back of a win apiece, with victory for either side securing them a spot in the last 16 of the Euros. So, there is plenty to play for in this upcoming fixture, where Ronaldo may start up front again. The 39-year-old came in for criticism after Portugal's opener but remains a key player for manager Roberto Martinez.

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    WHAT NEXT?

    Following this clash at Westfalenstadion, Portugal - who won this tournament back in 2016 - will round off their group stage campaign against Georgia next Wednesday and Turkey will take on Czech Republic on the same day.