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GeneralThe president of the Portugal Federation has spoken about the controversy involving Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus. He says the forward will remain available to Portugal as long as the coach considers him fit.
GeneralThe former Portugal international says a fabricated quote was falsely attributed to him about Cristiano Ronaldo and condemns a campaign he says was intended to stir hatred.
FootballThe president of the Portuguese Football Federation has reaffirmed Cristiano Ronaldo’s place in the national team after a turbulent international break. He described the situation as a misunderstanding to be resolved internally and defended the coach’s decisions.
FootballA 2-1 win over Norway on Sunday gave Portugal a fourth victory in as many Nations League matches and secured its place in the quarter-finals. The defending champions are the first team through, despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence.
GeneralZinedine Zidane rejected the suggestion that Cristiano Ronaldo had ended his career badly, praising his career and what they achieved together at Real Madrid. The France coach also discussed the differences between working at a club and leading a national team.
FootballThe Manchester United midfielder defended Ronaldo’s place in Portuguese football as his departure from the squad split supporters. Fernandes urged the country not to divide itself over the decision.
FootballAs controversy surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal’s national team appeared to be easing, a new gesture put him back at the centre of debate. He liked a post by Felipe Melo that defended him and criticised his teammates.
GeneralCristiano Ronaldo liked a post sharply criticising his teammates. The gesture has revived tensions surrounding his departure from Portugal’s camp.
GeneralA recent clash with his coach adds to a series of tensions throughout Cristiano Ronaldo’s career. They range from the incident with Wayne Rooney at the 2006 World Cup to disagreements with José Mourinho and Rafa Benítez.
FootballArturo Vidal called the situation involving Cristiano a “disgrace” and criticised the way the coach addressed it. Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure from Portugal’s camp has divided opinion between those defending his decision and those who believe he should have stayed.
GeneralCristiano Ronaldo remained an unused substitute in Portugal’s win over Norway, but Jorge Jesus says the decision was not linked to a physical issue. The Portugal coach explained that the course of the match made an introduction inappropriate.