Ronaldo Opens Door for Portugal Return, Apologises for Walkout
- On Tuesday, October 6, Cristiano Ronaldo apologized to teammates and fans for abruptly leaving the Portugal camp one day before the UEFA Nations League match against Denmark.
- Ronaldo insisted that Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus broke promises regarding playing time, with the 41-year-old superstar frustrated after being an unused substitute against Norway.
- Head coach Jesus defended his authority, stating "I'm in charge" while emphasizing strict rules apply equally. Ronaldo, as team captain, acknowledged his actions warrant punishment from the Portuguese Football Federation.
- Addressing retirement speculation, Ronaldo said he is not leaving the National Team, seeking selection on sporting merit for competitive matches rather than a ceremonial farewell.
- Ronaldo promised that "in due time, I will tell all the Portuguese people the reasons that motivated my departure," and remains available to compete for Portugal after serving any potential suspension.
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Cristiano Ronaldo (41, Al Nassr) stated regarding his unauthorized departure from the national team, “I deserve to be punished, but I am not retiring from the national team.” On the 7th (Korean time), Ronaldo explained the reason for leaving the team during the Portugal national football team’s UEFA Nations League match as his own
Cristiano Ronaldo admitted he was wrong to leave the Portugal squad. However, CR7 emphasized that he doesn't want to retire yet and wants to continue representing his country.
연합뉴스-Yonhap News Agency
korean-vibe.com(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Lee Young-ho = Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr), who voluntarily withdrew from the Portuguese national football team, revealed the full story behind his actions, stating, "My actions were..."
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Ronaldo opens door for Portugal return, apologises for walkout
"I will be available, as I have always been until today, to compete and win for our national team," said Ronaldo in a statement. After Jesus left the forward unused on the bench for a Nations League match against Norway. Then before the next game with Denmark said Ronaldo would not start and the 41-year-old walked out. "I owe an apology to my national team teammates for having left the camp," wrote Ronaldo. "Despite the absolute breakdown of tru…
The Al-Nassr superstar said he accepts any 'suspension' or 'punishment,' while accusing coach Jorge Jesus of breaking his word.
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