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"He's a born winner" - Santos backs Ronaldo to lead Portugal for 10 more years

The Portuguese skipper would not call time on his international career if his nation beat France in the final of Euro 2016, says the manager

Fernando Santos believes Cristiano Ronaldo could give up to a decade more of service to the Portugal national team.

Ronaldo will captain Santos' side in Sunday's Euro 2016 final against hosts France as he bids for his and his country's first major international honour.

The 31-year-old Real Madrid star, who is Portugal's all-time record appearance maker and goalscorer, could be presented with perfect moment with which to bid farewell if he hoists the Henri Delaunay Cup at the Stade de France.