Rafael Leão: The number 7 shirt has a special meaning for me

Rafael Leão, star of the Portugal national team, spoke about wearing the number 7 shirt during the match against Denmark after Cristiano Ronaldo left the national team camp, stating that the number holds a special significance for him due to his relationship with the star of Portugal and its historical captain.

Leão said: "Cristiano Ronaldo is my idol, and he is the star of my childhood. The number 7 shirt holds a special meaning for me."

The Portugal forward added: "I just tried to respect this shirt and enjoy the game with my teammates. I think the most important thing was to perform well and achieve victory."

Liao wore the number 7 shirt during the match against Denmark in the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo, carrying the number that has been associated with the captain of the Portugal national team for many years.