Overview
- In a talkSPORT interview republished on October 16, Foster described Ronaldo as the first to arrive and last to leave at Carrington, already through massages, gym work, and prehab by the time others showed up.
- Foster said Ronaldo avoided nights out and did not drink, citing concerns about potential photos or compromising situations rather than a lack of commitment to teammates.
- He characterized Ronaldo as Sir Alex Ferguson’s “teacher’s pet,” noting any perceived favoritism reflected the forward’s superior performances rather than special treatment.
- Reports relay that teammates effectively excused Ronaldo from social expectations or fines because his output justified a different approach.
- Coverage connects those habits to remarkable longevity, noting the 40-year-old continues to score for Al Nassr and Portugal, with 143 goals in 225 internationals and 805 in 1,068 club appearances reported.