'Plenty To Come Yet': Ex-England Striker Believes Ronaldo Could Play Into His 50s

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is widely believed to be Cristiano Ronaldo's last, but what if it wasn't? An ex-Manchester United teammate thinks otherwise, to the degree that it would not surprise him if Ronaldo was around well beyond not just 2026's World Cup, but beyond.

Former England striker Teddy Sheringham has suggested that Ronaldo possesses the physical tools and mental drive to continue playing until he reaches 50 years old. Despite the intense demands of professional football, Sheringham believes the Al-Nassr forward’s meticulous approach to his fitness sets him apart from every other player in the history of the game.

Speaking to BOYLE Sports, who offer the latest World Cup odds, Sheringham said: "Could Cristiano Ronaldo play into his 50s at this rate? It wouldn’t surprise me when you look at his body at 41. He’s still as fit as a fiddle. He’s had his own training team for the past 15 years to keep him in tip top shape and as long as he still has the desire then he will keep going but it’s tough when you get to that age, getting out of bed every day to go and do your training."

(Another decade of Ronaldo? It's not impossible. (AFP))

Ronaldo’s dedication to his craft is legendary, featuring restrictive diets, cryotherapy, and a relentless training schedule that has allowed him to remain prolific well into his 40s. While most players retire in their mid-30s, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is currently gearing up to lead his country as

Sheringham continued: "I’m sure he still loves what he’s doing and he’s playing in a league that’s obviously not as strong as other competitions around the world, but if you’re still scoring goals and people still want you to play, then why not keep going. He has an air of