Ronaldo confirms end of FIFA World Cup dream, shares cryptic message on social media
2 years ago

Ronaldo confirms end of FIFA World Cup dream, shares cryptic message on social media

The Hindu  

Portugal star forward Cristiano Ronaldo on Sunday posted a cryptic message on his social media accounts, saying it is time for him to be an ‘advisor’. Portugal crashed out of the FIFA World Cup with a 0-1 loss to Morocco in the quarterfinal. “Winning a World Cup for Portugal was the biggest and most ambitious dream of my career. Entering his first World Cup as a free agent, Ronaldo became the subject of memes and trolls, mostly from angry United supporters.

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Ronaldo: Quitting Portugal never crossed my mind
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ronaldo: Quitting Portugal never crossed my mind

China Daily  

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo dismissed suggestions he has considered ending his international career in the near future, adding that post-Euro 2024 criticism did not worry him. I might say the same thing over and over again, but I don't think long-term, it's always short-term." Ronaldo captained Portugal to success in the opening edition of the Nations League in 2018-19, three …

Cristiano Ronaldo eyes history after setting new goal before retirement
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo eyes history after setting new goal before retirement

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. "I want to reach 1,000 goals," Ronaldo told his former Manchester United …

Cristiano Ronaldo reveals retirement plans - and has no intention of being a manager
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo reveals retirement plans - and has no intention of being a manager

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I don’t know if I will retire soon, in two or three …

Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Arabia dream turning into nightmare, rejects silver medal after Al Nassr lose to Al Hilal
4 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Arabia dream turning into nightmare, rejects silver medal after Al Nassr lose to Al Hilal

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo’s frustration was evident as he refused to collect his runner-up medal after Al-Nassr’s 4-1 defeat to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup final. Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo, Alex Telles, Abdulrahman Ghareeb and teammates look dejected after losing the penalty shootout and the Saudi King Cup final. Adding to the drama, Al-Hilal fans taunted Ronaldo with chants of "Messi" …

Cristiano Ronaldo shows heartwarming side in viral-worthy moment with daughter
5 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo shows heartwarming side in viral-worthy moment with daughter

Hindustan Times  

Currently on vacation with his family after Portugal's UEFA Euro 2024 quarter-final exit, Cristiano Ronaldo seems to be enjoying his time away from the sport. The Portugal captain posted a video where he could be seen spending time with his daughter, which he also captioned as "Daddy loves you, Mommy loves you." Here is the video: Ronaldo was left devastated …

Revealed: The SEVEN Portugal stars who rushed to support sobbing Cristiano Ronaldo after his penalty miss... as new fan footage shows what Roberto Martinez's squad really think of him
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Revealed: The SEVEN Portugal stars who rushed to support sobbing Cristiano Ronaldo after his penalty miss... as new fan footage shows what Roberto Martinez's squad really think of him

Daily Mail  

New footage has emerged showing the true extent of support Cristiano Ronaldo received from seven Portugal team-mates after he was left in tears on Monday evening. Ronaldo thought he had scuppered Portugal's Euro 2024 dream when his penalty in extra time was heroically saved by Slovenia goalkeeper Jan Oblak. New footage has emerged showing the true extent of support Cristiano …

No goals but lots of selfie-seekers for Ronaldo in chaotic Portugal win over Turkey at Euro 2024
6 months ago

No goals but lots of selfie-seekers for Ronaldo in chaotic Portugal win over Turkey at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — By the end, it was hard to know what Cristiano Ronaldo was more frustrated about. In what proved to be a wild and potentially dangerous match for the five-time world player of the year, Ronaldo had no goals, one assist and no less than four selfie-seeking field invaders for company in Portugal’s chaotic 3-0 win over Turkey …

Rio Ferdinand is mocked by fans for 'embarrassing' claim that Portugal would NOT have reached Euro 2024 without Cristiano Ronaldo, despite their perfect record in qualification
6 months, 1 week ago

Rio Ferdinand is mocked by fans for 'embarrassing' claim that Portugal would NOT have reached Euro 2024 without Cristiano Ronaldo, despite their perfect record in qualification

Daily Mail  

Fans have responded to Rio Ferdinand's claim that Portugal would not have qualified for Euro 2024 without Cristiano Ronaldo and labelled it as 'embarrassing'. Ronaldo - who many argued was detrimental to Portugal's side at the 2022 World Cup - scored 10 goals across their 10 qualification matches for this summer's Euros. 🇵🇹🤔@rioferdy5, Joe Cole, and @allysbears weigh in on …

Cristiano Ronaldo back in the global spotlight at Euro 2024 and out to show he’s still a force
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo back in the global spotlight at Euro 2024 and out to show he’s still a force

Associated Press  

Cristiano Ronaldo had tears in his eyes as he walked off the field and seemingly into international retirement. Was this the last time the soccer world would see Ronaldo — one of the game’s greatest-ever players — in a Portugal jersey? He’s been the top goal scorer in 2023 in world football and he makes a total new beginning in …

Cristiano Ronaldo Drops Massive Hint on Euro 2024 'Dream' After Scoring in 200th Game For Portugal
1 year, 6 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo Drops Massive Hint on Euro 2024 'Dream' After Scoring in 200th Game For Portugal

News 18  

Cristiano Ronaldo has shared a massive hint regarding his future as the Portugal captain became the first player to feature in 200 international matches and marked the occasion with a winning goal against Iceland. Having been dropped to the bench for the FIFA World Cup 2022 matches, the Al-Nassr star is back shining in the playing XI for Portugal under …

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks silence on Manchester United exit: ‘I’m a better man’
1 year, 9 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks silence on Manchester United exit: ‘I’m a better man’

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cristiano Ronaldo insists he is a better man …

Cristiano Ronaldo headed to European club? Al-Nassr boss Rudi Garcia reveals
1 year, 10 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo headed to European club? Al-Nassr boss Rudi Garcia reveals

India TV News  

Cristiano Ronaldo might not have won the World Cup, but this doesn't diminish the light on his legendary career and the heroics that he has displayed on the soccer pitch. After the World Cup things changed drastically for Cristiano Ronaldo and he had no other option, but to go to Saudi Arabia. Now, the boss of Al-Nassr F.C., Rudi Garcia …

Bernardo Silva reveals Portugal teammates suspected Ronaldo will be dropped at FIFA World Cup 2022
1 year, 11 months ago

Bernardo Silva reveals Portugal teammates suspected Ronaldo will be dropped at FIFA World Cup 2022

India Today  

Bernardo Silva has revealed that they came to know about Cristiano Ronaldo being dropped from Portugal's World Cup starting lineup just two hours before kickoff. Silva further revealed that his teammates suspected Cristiano Ronaldo could be dropped from the line-up at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Ronaldo had previously fallen out of favour at Manchester United before having his contract …

'Cristiano Ronaldo's ego damaged Portugal in FIFA World Cup,' says Lothar Matthaus
2 years ago

'Cristiano Ronaldo's ego damaged Portugal in FIFA World Cup,' says Lothar Matthaus

Firstpost  

Matthaus felt Cristiano Ronaldo’s ego damaged Portugal and his own legacy at the FIFA World Cup as the side made unceremonious exit during the quarter-finals, losing to Morocco. Lothar Matthaus called Cristiano Ronaldo a big failure at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar as Portugal went down in the quarterfinals to Morocco 0-1 for an unexpected exit. The Lothar Matthaus …

Portugal coach who benched Cristiano Ronaldo quits
2 years ago

Portugal coach who benched Cristiano Ronaldo quits

Live Mint  

Fernando Santos has resigned from his position as Portugal's coach after eight years in charge and their triumph at Euro 2016. The same one who, when putting you on the field, saw how everything changed, but it was too late.” Georgina Rodríguez's Instagram post after Cristiano Ronaldo was benched. But, after crushing Brazil, the Atlas Lions went on to defeat …

Cristiano Ronaldo SLAMMED by Didi Hamann for snubbing Morocco heroes after Portugal's World Cup exit
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo SLAMMED by Didi Hamann for snubbing Morocco heroes after Portugal's World Cup exit

Daily Mail  

He claimed Morocco had more 'dignity' after their loss to France in comparison The Atlas Lions, who had beaten Portugal 1-0 in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup at the weekend, had their inspiring campaign brought to an end on Wednesday night, succumbing to a 2-0 defeat against France. The Atlas Lions, who had beaten Portugal 1-0 in the …

Cristiano Ronaldo 'wants to lead Portugal at Euro 2024'
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo 'wants to lead Portugal at Euro 2024'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo is determined to continue playing for Portugal until at least Euro 2024, according to reports. Ronaldo's side exited the World Cup on Saturday at the quarter-final stage after losing 1-0 to Morocco, and the 37-year-old was in floods of tears as he went down the tunnel after the final whistle. Cristiano Ronaldo started on the bench for Portugal's …

Portugal’s Ronaldo says his World Cup dream has ‘ended’
2 years ago

Portugal’s Ronaldo says his World Cup dream has ‘ended’

Al Jazeera  

‘The dream was beautiful as long as it lasted,’ Cristiano Ronaldo wrote in a social media post that could be a foreshadowing of his retirement from the Portugal team. Cristiano Ronaldo says his dream of winning a World Cup for Portugal has “ended”, a day after his team’s crushing quarterfinal loss to Morocco. “Winning a World Cup for Portugal was …

Can Ronaldo rediscover his purpose after World Cup exit?
2 years ago

Can Ronaldo rediscover his purpose after World Cup exit?

Al Jazeera  

At 37, he’s not scoring as much as he did 10 years ago. “Quite apart from the fact that he is the captain, he has helped elevate Portuguese football to a different level and he’s the biggest star in terms of media glow that they’ve ever had to deal with,” European football expert Andy Brassell told Al Jazeera. Ahead of …

Ronaldo says his dream of winning World Cup has 'ended'
2 years ago

Ronaldo says his dream of winning World Cup has 'ended'

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cristiano Ronaldo said in a …

Crying Cristiano Ronaldo mourns the end of a dream and, perhaps, an era
2 years ago

Crying Cristiano Ronaldo mourns the end of a dream and, perhaps, an era

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Lionel Messi may yet win the World Cup but Ronaldo won’t. To …

Fernando Santos' two-word reply to criticisms on decision to bench Ronaldo after Portugal's shock World Cup exit
2 years ago

Fernando Santos' two-word reply to criticisms on decision to bench Ronaldo after Portugal's shock World Cup exit

Hindustan Times  

Portugal became the latest victim of Morocco's dream run at the 2022 FIFA World Cup as they were stunned in the quarter-final tie on Saturday at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha. Youssef En-Nesyri's stunner in the first half remained the sole difference in the match as Portugal's hope of reaching the World Cup semi-final for the second time in …

Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football? His heartfelt letter hints so
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football? His heartfelt letter hints so

India TV News  

Cristiano Ronaldo was seen inconsolable after Portugal's loss to the Atlas Lions in the Quarterfinals of the World Cup. The Dream "Winning a World Cup for Portugal was the biggest and most ambitious dream of my career. Fortunately, I won many titles of international dimension, including Portugal, but putting our country's name on the highest foot in the World was …

Cristiano Ronaldo speaks for first time since shock World Cup exit
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo speaks for first time since shock World Cup exit

CNN  

CNN — A day after leaving the 2022 World Cup in tears as his chances to win the tournament for the first time in his career were shattered, Portugal superstar striker Cristiano Ronaldo said bringing a World Cup title to Portugal was “the biggest and most ambitious dream” of his career but “the dream was beautiful while it lasted.” Portugal …

What happens to Ronaldo’s career after Portugal’s World Cup exit?
2 years ago

What happens to Ronaldo’s career after Portugal’s World Cup exit?

Al Jazeera  

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal career is hanging in the balance following the national team’s crushing 1-0 loss to Morocco in the World Cup’s quarter-final stage. Ronaldo’s biggest moment at the tournament – when he became the only male player in history to score a goal in five separate World Cups – will surely be remembered for generations. “Such a player like …

Ronaldo fails again in likely last chance to win World Cup
2 years ago

Ronaldo fails again in likely last chance to win World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Cristiano Ronaldo choked up with emotion as the tears ran down his cheeks. It was likely the last World Cup match for the 37-year-old Ronaldo, and probably his last chance to win soccer’s biggest prize. He leaves Qatar as the only player to have scored in five World Cups but remains with eight goals at the tournament, …

World Cup 2022: Portugal boss has ‘no regrets’ over Cristiano Ronaldo benching
2 years ago

World Cup 2022: Portugal boss has ‘no regrets’ over Cristiano Ronaldo benching

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Portugal boss Fernando Santos insisted he had no …

Cristiano Ronaldo left in tears after Portugal upset by Morocco at World Cup
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo left in tears after Portugal upset by Morocco at World Cup

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cristiano Ronaldo was left in tears as Portugal …

Cristiano Ronaldo in TEARS walking down the tunnel as Portugal are dumped out of the World Cup
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo in TEARS walking down the tunnel as Portugal are dumped out of the World Cup

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo was captured walking off in tears after Portugal were dumped out of the 2022 World Cup following a 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Morocco. Cristiano Ronaldo is captured walking off in tears as Portugal are dumped out of the World Cup The 37-year-old was left heartbroken after suffering a shock 1-0 quarter-final loss to Morocco The forward was unable …

Ronaldo, Portugal look to end Morocco’s World Cup run
2 years ago

Ronaldo, Portugal look to end Morocco’s World Cup run

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — These really are pinch-yourself times for Morocco: A first-ever spot in the quarterfinals of a World Cup — the first to take place in the Arab world, no less — and now a meeting with Portugal and its superstar striker, Cristiano Ronaldo. “I hope he won’t,” Morocco coach Walid Regragui said Friday of Ronaldo. “As a coach …

Leave Ronaldo alone, says Fernando Santos ahead of Portugal vs Morocco quarterfinal
2 years ago

Leave Ronaldo alone, says Fernando Santos ahead of Portugal vs Morocco quarterfinal

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo was upset when he was left out of Portugal’s starting lineup against Switzerland but the conversation to drop him was completely normal and it is high time the world stopped focusing on the matter, coach Fernando Santos said on Friday. It’s high time to leave Ronaldo alone and acknowledge what he has done for Portuguese football,” Santos said. …

Cristiano Ronaldo's team-mates 'questioning why his personal manager is part of their entourage'
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's team-mates 'questioning why his personal manager is part of their entourage'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo's friction with Portugal has grown even more tense with his team-mates reportedly questioning why his personal manager - Ricky Regufe - has formed part of their entourage at the World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal team-mates are reportedly growing uneasy about the presence of his personal manager Ricky Regufe Regufe - second left - has been a close associate …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Cristiano Ronaldo’s former Manchester United coach hails Portugal manager Fernando Santos
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Cristiano Ronaldo’s former Manchester United coach hails Portugal manager Fernando Santos

The Hindu  

Former Manchester United assistant coach Rene Meulensteen lauded Portugal manager Fernando Santos’ swift handling of the controversy surrounding his superstar forward Cristiano Ronaldo at the FIFA World Cup 2022. Meulensteen, who worked with Ronaldo during his first stint with the Premier League club, said, “I think it is a bit sad to see that situations like that can unravel the …

Cristiano Ronaldo is an ‘exceptional player’, says Carlo Ancelotti
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo is an ‘exceptional player’, says Carlo Ancelotti

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has sprung to the defence of Cristiano Ronaldo by highlighting his professionalism during his time at the Spanish club, after the forward lost his place in Portugal’s World Cup starting line-up. READ | Cristiano Ronaldo denies reports of joining Saudi club Al Nassr Italian Ancelotti managed Ronaldo for two seasons at Real. “Ronaldo probably still …

Portugal stepping out of Ronaldo's long shadow at World Cup
2 years ago

Portugal stepping out of Ronaldo's long shadow at World Cup

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Joao Felix has described Ronaldo as “irreplaceable.” Gonçalo Ramos, …

Ronaldo didn’t threaten World Cup walkout after being benched, says Portugal Federation
2 years ago

Ronaldo didn’t threaten World Cup walkout after being benched, says Portugal Federation

The Hindu  

The Portuguese Football Federation on Thursday denied reports that Cristiano Ronaldo threatened to abandon the World Cup squad after being benched against Switzerland. Ronaldo appeared from the bench, but a report from a Portuguese publication said the striker had previously threatened to leave in a tense conversation with coach Fernando Santos. “The FPF clarifies that at no time did the …

Cristiano Ronaldo urged to QUIT Portugal's World Cup campaign by his sister after Switzerland snub
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo urged to QUIT Portugal's World Cup campaign by his sister after Switzerland snub

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister has urged him to leave the World Cup and come home to a place where he has 'all the gratitude and not ingratitude' following his demotion to Portugal's bench. Ronaldo was visibly unhappy after being dropped for Portugal's World Cup last-16 clash with Switzerland on Tuesday, having failed to hit top form in their group-stage campaign. Cristiano …

World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo 'wanted to WALK OUT on Portugal' after being axed for Switzerland clash
2 years ago

World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo 'wanted to WALK OUT on Portugal' after being axed for Switzerland clash

Daily Mail  

Explosive reports in Portugal today claim Cristiano Ronaldo was ready to walk out on his country's World Cup squad after learning he had been dropped from their starting XI against Switzerland. Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly wanted to quit Portugal's World Cup camp after he learned he would not feature in their last-16 tie against Switzerland Ronaldo - who watched on from …

Portugal says Ronaldo did not threaten to leave World Cup squad
2 years ago

Portugal says Ronaldo did not threaten to leave World Cup squad

Al Jazeera  

Portugal’s Football Federation has denied reports that the captain threatened to walk out on the team in Qatar. The Portuguese Football Federation has denied media reports that Cristiano Ronaldo threatened to leave the Portugal team camp at the World Cup in Qatar. “The FPF clarifies that at no time did the captain of the national team, Cristiano Ronaldo, threaten to …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Dropping Ronaldo purely 'strategic' says Portugal coach Santos
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Dropping Ronaldo purely 'strategic' says Portugal coach Santos

The Hindu  

Portugal coach Fernando Santos said his decision to leave Cristiano Ronaldo out of his team for Tuesday's 6-1 triumph over Switzerland in the World Cup last 16 had been "strategic and nothing more." Santos had expressed his unhappiness with Ronaldo's reaction to being suspended in the final group stage game against South Korea but he said that matter had no …

FIFA World Cup: Ex-Manchester United defender sends stern message to benched Cristiano Ronaldo
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Ex-Manchester United defender sends stern message to benched Cristiano Ronaldo

Firstpost  

The football pundit made a stern remark suggesting, “the petulance, the stomping around, the sulking- it is got to stop because it doesn’t reflect well on him at all.” Portugal fans were shattered after their star forward Cristiano Ronaldo was benched in the Round of 16 game against Switzerland. In this scenario, former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has waded …

Today at the World Cup: Portugal hail new hero as Ronaldo’s future unclear
2 years ago

Today at the World Cup: Portugal hail new hero as Ronaldo’s future unclear

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “All we have to do is think about this team collectively.” Pickford …

FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo was dropped for 'strategic' reasons, says coach Santos after Portugal reach quarters
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo was dropped for 'strategic' reasons, says coach Santos after Portugal reach quarters

Firstpost  

Fernando Santos had expressed his unhappiness with Ronaldo’s reaction to being substituted in the final group stage game against South Korea. Portugal coach Fernando Santos said his decision to leave Cristiano Ronaldo out of his team for Tuesday’s 6-1 triumph over Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup last 16 had been “strategic and nothing more.” Santos had expressed his unhappiness …

Ronaldo’s World Cup: Sidelined then eclipsed by stand-in Ramos
2 years ago

Ronaldo’s World Cup: Sidelined then eclipsed by stand-in Ramos

Al Jazeera  

Portugal manager Fernando Santos said Ronaldo’s place in the remainder of the World Cup still had to be ‘defined’. Adding fuel to the fire on Tuesday, Portugal’s manager Fernando Santos said Ronaldo’s role for the remainder of the World Cup tournament is still to be “defined”. Ronaldo!” had swept around the 89,000-seat Lusail Stadium – the biggest stadium at the …

Cristiano Ronaldo benched for Portugal vs Switzerland FIFA World Cup round of 16
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo benched for Portugal vs Switzerland FIFA World Cup round of 16

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of the starting 11 for Portugal’s round of 16 clash against Switzerland on Wednesday. Round of 16 LIVE - Portugal vs Switzerland In the 1-2 defeat to South Korea last week, Ronaldo was unhappy with Santos’ decision to take him off the pitch in the second half. Santos said he was unimpressed with Ronaldo’s …

FIFA World Cup: Portugal coach Fernando Santos slams Cristiano Ronaldo's gesture
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Portugal coach Fernando Santos slams Cristiano Ronaldo's gesture

Firstpost  

Cristiano Ronaldo initially said he was “insulted” by a South Korean player as he was substituted in the second half of his side’s 2-1 defeat to the Asian side Doha: Portugal coach Fernando Santos said he was unimpressed with Cristiano Ronaldo’s behaviour after the forward reacted angrily when substituted during the team’s final group game at the World Cup in …

After latest milestone, Ronaldo eyes World Cup glory
2 years ago

After latest milestone, Ronaldo eyes World Cup glory

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Another game, another personal milestone. A win against Uruguay on Monday would secure Portugal’s qualification from Group H to the knockout stages with a game to spare after its opening 3-2 win against Ghana. That being said, FIFA Technical Study Group member Sunday Oliseh still described as “total genius” his ability to win a disputed foul from …

Cristiano Ronaldo’s place in history is secure – his position in the sport is not
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s place in history is secure – his position in the sport is not

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In 50 years’ time we’ll still be talking about him.” Which, as …

FIFA World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo admits Manchester United chapter closed after record-breaking feat with Portugal
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo admits Manchester United chapter closed after record-breaking feat with Portugal

Firstpost  

Ageing icon Ronaldo smashed home a 65th-minute penalty to move ahead of Pele, Uwe Seeler and Miroslav Klose, who all netted in four World Cups, days after parting ways with Manchester United. Doha: Cristiano Ronaldo said Thursday that he had put his recent troubles at Manchester United behind him after scoring in a record-breaking fifth World Cup as Portugal squeezed …

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