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Ronaldos Vermächtnis bei Real Madrid lebt weiter: Rückblick von Pepe

Auch Jahre nach seinem Abschied vom Santiago Bernabéu bleibt Cristiano Ronaldos Einfluss im Gedächtnis des Vereins. In einem neuen Interview spricht sein ehemaliger Teamkollege Pepe über gemeinsame Erinnerungen, die Bedeutung Ronaldos für Real Madrid – und über die emotionale Vorstellung eines Fußballs ohne ihn.


Ronaldo und Pepe: Eine verbindung, die in madrid entstand

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Zwischen 2009 und 2017 standen Ronaldo und Pepe gemeinsam bei Real Madrid unter Vertrag. Auf dem Platz bildeten sie das Rückgrat des Teams, daneben wuchs ein tiefes gegenseitiges Vertrauen. Pepe blickt zurück auf Ronaldos Einsatzbereitschaft und Charakter – Eigenschaften, die ihn zu einer echten Legende gemacht haben.


still the standard for greatness

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For Pepe, Ronaldo remains the benchmark for greatness in football. His time at Real Madrid is remembered not just for the goals and titles, but for the relentless work ethic and professionalism that raised the standards for everyone around him — teammates, coaches, and fans alike.


The emotional weight of an eventual farewell

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Pepe acknowledged the emotional reality of Ronaldo’s eventual retirement. For fans who grew up watching CR7 dominate La Liga, the Champions League, and beyond, imagining a world without his name on the team sheet is difficult. The idea of turning on the television and no longer seeing Ronaldo is one that hits hard, even for those who played beside him.

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A global symbol, rooted in Real Madrid’s legacy

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Though Ronaldo has moved on, now playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, his years in Madrid remain a cornerstone of his legendary status. His time under managers like José Mourinho and Carlo Ancelotti shaped him into the player many regard as the greatest of all time. Pepe’s reflections only reinforce how tightly Ronaldo’s legacy is intertwined with Real Madrid’s golden era.


Looking ahead: Ronaldo’s future off the pitch

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While Ronaldo’s playing days may be winding down, his influence is far from fading. From business ventures to potential football ownership, his ambitions remain sky-high. For many, including Pepe, Ronaldo’s next chapter will be watched with the same curiosity and admiration that defined his playing career.

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