Cristiano Ronaldo Bold Prediction: ‘I Could Play for Another 10 Years’

Al-Nassr’s 40-year-old superstar stuns with 28.9 physiological age reading and hints at extending his legendary career

Cristiano Ronaldo has always been a man ahead of his time. From his early days at Sporting Lisbon to his record-breaking spells at Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, the Portuguese icon has continuously defied expectations. Now, even at 40 years old, he’s still doing just that — not only by remaining an elite-level footballer but by suggesting he could carry on for another ten years.

Yes, you read that right. A decade. And Ronaldo’s latest claim isn’t just bravado — it comes backed by science.

The test that shocked Ronaldo

In a recent collaboration with performance-tracking platform Whoop, Ronaldo underwent a comprehensive physiological assessment. The result? Despite being 40 in chronological terms, the test revealed that his physiological age was just 28.9.

Visibly surprised — and perhaps even a little smug — Ronaldo reacted with disbelief. “I can’t believe it’s so good,” he told Whoop. “This means I’ll play for another ten years.”

Of course, Ronaldo’s tongue was slightly in cheek, but knowing his famously competitive mindset and tireless work ethic, he likely meant at least half of what he said. After all, this is a man who has built his career on pushing limits and setting new standards.

Longevity built on discipline and evolution

Ronaldo future is up in the air as his contract with Al-Nassr

It’s easy to look at Ronaldo’s chiselled physique and assume genetics are doing the heavy lifting. But what sets him apart is the level of discipline he’s maintained throughout a career spanning over two decades. Even he admits that his approach has shifted with age.

“When you’re young, you think you’ll live forever, that you’ll always be strong, that you’re unbreakable,” he said. “At 25 it’s not the same as when you’re thirty, especially in football. I still feel good, I prioritize recovery and sleep much more than before.”

That focus on recovery is no small thing. While the average footballer tends to slow down in their early thirties and retire by their mid-thirties, Ronaldo has not only extended his peak years but also continued to deliver in front of goal at a remarkable rate. He’s adapted his game, conserved energy more wisely, and embraced the science behind performance optimization — all to squeeze every ounce out of his incredible body.

Chasing 1,000 goals – and more?

Even without Whoop’s findings, Ronaldo has made no secret of his ambitions to keep going. His career goal tally currently stands just shy of 940, and he’s set himself a target that seemed unthinkable even a few years ago — reaching 1,000 career goals.

That number, once a mythical benchmark only associated with Brazilian legend Pelé’s heavily debated tally, now feels well within Ronaldo’s reach. With his current form for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, and the number of matches he plays each season, 60 more goals is not an impossible feat.

And if his body is really functioning like that of a 28-year-old? Well, 1,000 might just be the start.

The contract question: what next for CR7?

Despite all the optimism surrounding his physical condition, one thing remains uncertain — Ronaldo’s immediate future. His current contract with Al-Nassr is set to expire at the end of this summer, and while talks of a renewal have circulated, nothing official has been announced yet.

The former Real Madrid and Manchester United forward has been linked with various options. Some reports have hinted at a possible switch to another club in the Saudi Pro League, while others speculate he could opt for one last European adventure — or perhaps even a return to Sporting Lisbon to end things where it all began.

But given his form, fitness, and global marketability, Al-Nassr would be wise to pull out all the stops to keep him. Ronaldo isn’t just a footballer; he’s a brand, an industry, and a statement of intent for any club that manages to secure his services.

Before any decisions are made, though, Ronaldo still has two league games left this season with Al-Nassr. And knowing him, he’ll want to end the campaign in style — with more goals, more records, and a reminder that age, at least in his case, really is just a number.

A once-in-a-lifetime athlete

There’s something undeniably captivating about Cristiano Ronaldo’s longevity. In an era when elite players are managing careers better than ever before — think Luka Modrić, Zlatan Ibrahimović (who retired at 41), or even Lionel Messi — Ronaldo still feels like he’s in a class of his own.

He’s made sacrifices many wouldn’t even consider. Countless hours in the gym. A famously strict diet. Relentless routines that prioritize sleep, hydration, muscle maintenance, and mental preparation. It’s the kind of discipline that may not always make headlines but is the bedrock of his staying power.

And now, armed with proof that his body is nearly 12 years “younger” than his actual age, Ronaldo may feel vindicated in believing he has plenty more chapters left to write.

Ten more years? Why not?

Of course, playing until 50 remains unlikely — even by Ronaldo’s supernatural standards. But the idea that he could continue for several more seasons suddenly feels a lot less far-fetched. Whether that’s in Saudi Arabia, back in Europe, or on a farewell tour somewhere else entirely, one thing is clear:

Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t finished.

Not by a long shot.