Rodrigo Mora is set to join Portugal for its first fixtures since Cristiano Ronaldo decided to step away from international football. The Roma trequartista also discussed his recent work at club level.
Portugal’s first fixtures without Ronaldo
GOAL reported that Mora is set to join the Portugal national team for its first fixtures since Ronaldo’s decision to step away from international football.
GOAL reported that Portugal named its first roster since Ronaldo brought his international career to a close after a reported disagreement with the coaching staff. Asked about the vacuum left by the former Real Madrid man, Mora said: “I'm proud, it's a pleasure to play for the national team. Ronaldo won't be there, but he's my idol; I learned a lot from him when we shared a dressing room”
Mora’s three-match scoring run
GOAL reported that Mora has found the net in three consecutive league matches for Roma. Speaking about his recent scoring surge, Mora said: “A great passage from Malen, I tried and today I was lucky to score another important goal and Roma continues to win”
Growing involvement at Roma
GOAL reported that Mora’s involvement in the squad has increased compared to the opening weeks of the season. Mora said: “Football is crazy, sometimes you play and sometimes you don't but you have to be ready”
GOAL reported that Mora has a relationship with fellow Roma attackers Matias Soule and Paulo Dybala. Mora said: “Playing with Mati is beautiful, everything becomes easier. Then it's fantastic, he helped me a lot. Paulo... no adjectives are needed, he is very strong: I am happy to play with them”
The coach’s work and his career path
Mora said: “The coach is very demanding, even defensively. I'm improving in everything, every day. This work was crucial for the call-up: it's a great moment for me and my family”
GOAL reported that Mora moved to Roma from Porto. Mora said: “It's not easy... Looking back, I'm in my third professional career: I didn't expect such a rapid rise. I'm grateful to Porto; I owe them everything. To my younger self, I'd say he's working well; I'm grateful for the man I am today”
