Cristiano Ronaldo: Portugal Coach Jorge Jesus 'Knew Nothing' About International Retirement
France Football and L'Équipe are gathering tributes worldwide as Portugal plans a formal farewell for Cristiano Ronaldo after his record 234 caps and 146 goals.
- On Thursday, Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portugal national team via Instagram, ending a 23-year international career. The 41-year-old stated he was handing back the number seven shirt to the team.
- Tensions with manager Jorge Jesus escalated in September when Ronaldo left the team camp without authorization. The Portuguese Football Federation imposed a 30-day suspension and $286 fine for his premature departure.
- Ronaldo retires holding men's world records with 146 goals in 234 caps for Portugal. He was instrumental in the 2016 Euro victory and helped the Selecao secure two Nations League titles.
- Portugal coach Jorge Jesus stated he "found out when we all did" about the retirement announcement. Portuguese Football Federation president Pedro Proenca pledged to honor the forward, saying the team "is and always will be your home."
- Despite the rift, Jesus revealed he intended to select the in-form Al-Nassr forward for upcoming Nations League fixtures. Ronaldo's departure leaves Portugal without its captain as the team prepares for the November international break.
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Jorge Jesus and Cristiano Ronaldo had differences that were notorious in the last matches of the Portuguese team in the League of Nations of UEFA.
Jorge Jesus had expected Cristiano Ronaldo to return, but respects the superstar's decision to quit.
I knew nothing about Ronaldo’s retirement — Portugal coach
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has revealed that he was unaware of Cristiano Ronaldo’s decision to retire from international football until the announcement was made public. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-knew-nothing-about-ronaldos-retirement-portugal-coach/
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has spoken out about Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to end his career with the national team, admitting that his name will always be linked to the Portuguese star's departure from the national team. In a statement following Ronaldo's announcement, Jesus was asked if he had attempted to communicate with the striker during the period when he was not called up to the national team, as well as if he felt responsible for his …
Jorge Jesus has spoken out after Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from the Portuguese national team. He denied any guilt over the decision.
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