Fernandes Hails Portugal's 'Greatest Symbol' Ronaldo, Calls for Unity
Fernandes said Ronaldo remains Portugal’s biggest icon as the federation seeks to resolve the captain’s future after his abrupt camp exit.
- On Wednesday, Cristiano Ronaldo departed Portugal's training camp in Copenhagen after a disagreement with head coach Jorge Jesus over playing time, confirming his exit via formal statement.
- Tension escalated after Jesus benched the 41-year-old for Portugal's 2-1 win over Norway, with the manager declaring, "I'm the one who makes the decisions," during a press conference.
- Portugal defeated Denmark 4-2 in the captain's absence on Thursday, while Ronaldo vowed on Instagram to "tell all" regarding his departure in due course.
- Assuming the captaincy, Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes called for national unity, insisting Ronaldo "will never cease to be the greatest symbol of our national team."
- Ronaldo faces potential suspension of one to six months for unauthorized absence, while Portugal prepares to host Norway on Sunday, October 4, with his future uncertain.
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Even without Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal remains immaculate in the Nations League. Coach Jorge Jesus leaves the superstar the door open for a return and speaks of a misunderstanding.
Even without Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal remains immaculate in the Nations League. Coach Jorge Jesus leaves the superstar the door open for a return and speaks of a misunderstanding.
Cristiano Ronaldo is welcome back to the Portuguese national team “if he wants to”, says national team captain Jorge Jesus after the superstar left the national team camp a few days ago.
The Portuguese technician left the door open when Cristiano returned to the selection.
By Federico Leiva, CNN en Español Portugal this Sunday closed its start in the UEFA Nations League with perfect step: four victories in equal number of matches and ranking in the pocket for the quarterfinals. A great start for the cycle of Jorge Jesus as technical director, especially after the World Cup 2026, where
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