Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo says his new hotel ventures form part of preparing for his life after football -- although the 31-year-old says he still sees himself playing for another decade or so.

Ronaldo flew straight to Lisbon after Madrid's disappointing 1-1 La Liga draw at home to Eibar on Sunday afternoon, where later in the evening he officially opened the Pestana CR7 Lisboa hotel.

Speaking to A Bola at the launch, Ronaldo echoed recent comments in which he suggestedBlancos president Florentino Perez should extend his current contract so that he can play until he is 40.

"Life is not just about football," Ronaldo said. "Although football is my grand passion, I must start to think about the future. I don't have many years left, about 10 more or less, so I must look to the future."...... ‹‹‹ read more ››› www.sportblitznews.com

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