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Cristiano Ronaldo Walks Out on Portugal Camp After Coach Says He Will Not Start Nations League Game – WTOP News
On Wednesday, Cristiano Ronaldo, the national team captain, left Portugal's training camp ahead of the Nations League match against Denmark in Copenhagen.
Manager Jorge Jesus acknowledged the 41-year-old's disappointment after Ronaldo remained an unused substitute during Sunday's 2-1 win over Norway, though he initially denied any rift.
The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed preparations continue with 24 remaining squad members. Ronaldo's sister, Elma, criticized the team on Instagram, claiming Portugal does not "deserve to have the best at anything."
Following his exit, Ronaldo confirmed on Instagram that he departed after a conversation with Federation president Pedro Proen. He has since returned to Madrid and will miss upcoming matches against Denmark and Norway.
At 41, the forward is approaching the end of his career while playing for Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr. He closes in on 1,000 career goals as retirement speculation intensifies.
Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed the clash with the new breeder Jorge Jesus and provoked a psychodrama in Portugal by leaving Wednesday 30 September the rally of the Seleçao in Copenhagen, on the eve of a...