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 that secured his team a spot in Euro 2024’s round of 16 on Saturday. “That’s the price you pay for being so recognized in the world of football,” said Bernardo Silva, Ronaldo’s Portugal teammate. “It was a pure moment of Portuguese football,” Portugal coach Roberto Martinez said in praise of Ronaldo, his captain. Martinez may choose to rest Ronaldo and more of his key players for Portugal’s final group match, against Georgia in Gelsenkirchen on Wednesday.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's bicycle kick seals Nations League quarter-final berth for Portugal, watch
1 month, 1 week ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's bicycle kick seals Nations League quarter-final berth for Portugal, watch

India TV News  

Cristiano Ronaldo stole the limelight with a sensational goal during Portugal's win over Poland on Saturday night. The legendary footballer scored two goals as Portugal registered a 5-1 win to seal the quarter-final berth in the Nations League. AC Milan's Rafael Leao gave Portugal a breakthrough and then Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes and Pedro Neto found the back of the nets …

Ronaldo scores brace as Portugal beats Poland to sail into UEFA Nations League quarterfinals
1 month, 1 week ago

Ronaldo scores brace as Portugal beats Poland to sail into UEFA Nations League quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal staged a second-half supershow to crush Poland 5-1 and reach the Nations League quarterfinals on Friday. AS IT HAPPENED: Portugal vs Poland, UEFA Nations League 2024-25 Highlights The AC Milan striker raced away and passed to Nuno Mendes whose cross from the left was headed powerfully past Marcin Bulka in the Portugal goal. As …

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 …

Ronaldo comforts disconsolate Pepe as Portugal’s veterans make cruel exit at Euro 2024
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ronaldo comforts disconsolate Pepe as Portugal’s veterans make cruel exit at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

HAMBURG, Germany — This time, they weren’t Cristiano Ronaldo’s tears. Instead, the Portugal superstar’s role was to console a weeping teammate after a painful exit from their last European Championship — and, who knows, potentially their final major international tournament. Ronaldo cried himself at Euro 2024 — after having a penalty saved during extra time of the last-16 match against …

Ronaldo heading home as France beats Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout in Euro 2024 quarterfinals
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ronaldo heading home as France beats Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout in Euro 2024 quarterfinals

Associated Press  

HAMBURG, Germany — France’s heartache in penalty shootouts is over. Ronaldo’s 20-year career in the Euros included the title in 2016 — when Portugal beat France in the final — and it remains to be seen if the five-time world player of the year will continue playing for his country through to the 2026 World Cup, when he will be …

LISTEN: On today's EUROS DAILY, why 'biggest culprit' Roberto Martinez needs to overrule Cristiano Ronaldo - who 'is calling the shots' in the Portugal team at Euro 2024
5 months, 2 weeks ago

LISTEN: On today's EUROS DAILY, why 'biggest culprit' Roberto Martinez needs to overrule Cristiano Ronaldo - who 'is calling the shots' in the Portugal team at Euro 2024

Daily Mail  

Portugal came as close as could be to getting knocked out of Euro 2024 on Tuesday night as they needed penalties to overcome Slovenia and reach the quarter-finals. Whether manager Roberto Martinez thinks that is another matter, while it has been suggested that the Spaniard doesn't want to take the forward out of his side because of who he is. …

Euro 2024: Misfiring Ronaldo sinks in tears as Portugal ride on Costa heroics
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Misfiring Ronaldo sinks in tears as Portugal ride on Costa heroics

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: What was it, really? Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo is consoled by Ruben Dias during their team’s win over Slovenia at the Euro 2024 last-16 stage. It happened at the end of the first half of extra time in the Euro 2024 last 16 clash between Portugal and Slovenia at the Frankfurt Arena on Monday. About half an hour before Diogo …

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 …

WATCH: Ronaldo in tears after penalty miss, Portugal still beat Slovenia
5 months, 3 weeks ago

WATCH: Ronaldo in tears after penalty miss, Portugal still beat Slovenia

Firstpost  

Before experiencing the joy of a victory with Portugal, Ronaldo was reduced to tears when he missed a penalty in extra-time against Slovenia. Late in the first period of the extra-time, Ronaldo got an opportunity to put Portugal ahead with a penalty kick but it was saved by Jan Oblak as the match ended in a goalless tie. Na, cant …

Euro 2024: Martinez hails Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal shootout win over Slovenia
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Martinez hails Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal shootout win over Slovenia

The Hindu  

Portugal coach Roberto Martinez praised his team’s captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, after a roller-coaster night against Slovenia in which the latter missed a penalty in extra time and then scored in a 3-0 shootout win to help take them into the quarter-finals at Euro 2024. Ronaldo was left in tears after his extra-time spot kick miss left the score at 0-0 …

Epic penalties drama for Ronaldo ends with Portugal beating Slovenia in a Euro 2024 shootout
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Epic penalties drama for Ronaldo ends with Portugal beating Slovenia in a Euro 2024 shootout

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — No one does high drama in international soccer to such an operatic extent as Cristiano Ronaldo. “Sometimes it’s hard and difficult to score penalties,” Ronaldo told Portuguese broadcaster RTP after the match, getting emotional again. Extra time also finished 0-0 and when the penalty shootout started, Slovenia’s first kick was saved by Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa. “Life …

Could Ronaldo be dropped again by Portugal after not scoring at Euro 2024? Here’s why it’s unlikely
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Could Ronaldo be dropped again by Portugal after not scoring at Euro 2024? Here’s why it’s unlikely

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — Cristiano Ronaldo has been a showstopper, as expected, at the European Championship. The Portugal coach is in thrall with Ronaldo, as shown by his reaction to the striker’s assist — his record-tying eighth at the European Championship — against Turkey. “All you need to do is look at what he has done in the last 12 months,” …

Watch: All shades of Cristiano Ronaldo with pitch invaders during Portugal vs Turkiye
6 months ago

Watch: All shades of Cristiano Ronaldo with pitch invaders during Portugal vs Turkiye

India Today  

Portugal star forward Cristiano Ronaldo was consistently interrupted by pitch invaders during his side's Euro 2024 Group F clash against Turkiye at the Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany on June 22. There were a total of 6 pitch invaders throughout the second half of the game, which eventually got the Portugal number 7 visibly frustrated because of the repeated …

Ronaldo’s selfie-hunting fans at Euro 2024 a ‘concern’ for coach Martinez
6 months ago

Ronaldo’s selfie-hunting fans at Euro 2024 a ‘concern’ for coach Martinez

Al Jazeera  

Portugal coach Roberto Martinez says ‘players are exposed’ when fans enter the pitch despite heavy security. Portugal coach Roberto Martinez says it was lucky that none of the multiple fans who invaded the pitch during his team’s Euro 2024 game against Turkey had ill intentions after several supporters ran on looking for a selfie with Cristiano Ronaldo. “It is a …

Cristiano Ronaldo ‘lucky’ not to come to harm after he’s confronted by selfie-seekers, coach says
6 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo ‘lucky’ not to come to harm after he’s confronted by selfie-seekers, coach says

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — Cristiano Ronaldo should consider himself lucky to have come to no harm after being confronted on the field by four supporters who wanted selfies during a European Championship match on Saturday, Portugal coach Roberto Martinez said. I don’t think that should happen on a football pitch.” Martinez said it was important to send a message to fans …

When Ronaldo mania gripped Leipzig
6 months ago

When Ronaldo mania gripped Leipzig

Hindustan Times  

Supporters of Portugal hold an image of Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo in the tribune prior to the UEFA Euro 2024 Group F football match between Portugal and the Czech Republic at the Leipzig Stadium In the otherwise quiet city of Leipzig, the fervent chants dedicated to Portugal's iconic striker to the tune of ‘Seven Nation Army’ echoed through the …

Ronaldo can handle the physical intensity of Euro 2024, Portugal coach says
6 months ago

Ronaldo can handle the physical intensity of Euro 2024, Portugal coach says

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — Portugal coach Roberto Martinez plucked out statistics to defend his continued selection of Cristiano Ronaldo after the striker’s capacity to handle the physical intensity of the European Championship was questioned on Friday. “Can I ask you something?” Martinez replied when asked if Ronaldo’s minutes might have to be managed at Euro 2024. “Do you know how many …

Record-breaking Cristiano Ronaldo upstaged as Portugal find the formula for Euro 2024 glory
6 months ago

Record-breaking Cristiano Ronaldo upstaged as Portugal find the formula for Euro 2024 glory

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. Twenty years on, as Ronaldo set his latest record, Sergio’s son Francisco …

Euro 2024: Ronaldo kept silent but Conceicao stars in Portugal's scratchy 2-1 win over Czech Republic
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Ronaldo kept silent but Conceicao stars in Portugal's scratchy 2-1 win over Czech Republic

Hindustan Times  

Chances abounded for Portugal, but it was an unfortunate error from the Czech Republic that brought them back from the brink, and a clutch goal from Francesco Conceição in the injury time that sealed a memorable comeback in their tournament opener against Czech Republic. Portugal's Francisco Conceicao, left, celebrates his side's second goal during a Group F match between Portugal …

Euro 2024: Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal face tricky challenge as Roberto Martinez's men eye European glory
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal face tricky challenge as Roberto Martinez's men eye European glory

Firstpost  

The issue around whether veteran striker Ronaldo helps or hinders the team still dominates debate over the Euro 2016 winners’ chances of glory in Germany. All eyes will be on Cristiano Ronaldo as Roberto Martinez’s Portugal face a tricky test in the 2024 European Championships that will begin in Germany from 14 June. “As for Cristiano Ronaldo, I think it’s …

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 …

Arsenal legend insists Cristiano Ronaldo should be BENCHED for the start of Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign... as he delivers scathing review of the Saudi Pro League
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Arsenal legend insists Cristiano Ronaldo should be BENCHED for the start of Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign... as he delivers scathing review of the Saudi Pro League

Daily Mail  

An Arsenal legend has claimed that Roberto Martinez should not pick Cristiano Ronaldo in the opening rounds of Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign. He has endured another excellent season finishing as the Saudi Pro League's top goal scorer, with a whopping 35 goals in 31 appearances, but was unable to guide his side to win the league. Cristiano Ronaldo has enjoyed …

EURO 2024 TEAM GUIDE - Portugal: Roberto Martinez's men had the best record in qualifying and have high hopes of giving Cristiano Ronaldo a fairytale send-off
6 months, 2 weeks ago

EURO 2024 TEAM GUIDE - Portugal: Roberto Martinez's men had the best record in qualifying and have high hopes of giving Cristiano Ronaldo a fairytale send-off

Daily Mail  

Portugal are one of the favourites to go all the way at the tournament The European Championship gets underway in Germany on June 14 Portugal will arrive in Germany with serious hopes of winning the European Championship, just as they did eight years ago. Roberto Martinez's team come into the tournament after qualifying with the best record of any team, …

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 named in Portugal squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers
1 year, 3 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo was named in Portugal’s squad on Friday for upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers against Slovakia and Luxembourg. Former European champion Portugal sits top of Group J in qualifying for next year’s finals in Germany. 📣 Estes são os eleitos pelo Mister Roberto Martínez ⚡🇵🇹 #VesteABandeirapic.twitter.com/aog8BmkuwT — Portugal September 1, 2023 “A player with 200 appearances, that’s something unique,” said …

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 …

Ronaldo gives Portugal late win on 200th international appearance
1 year, 6 months ago

Ronaldo gives Portugal late win on 200th international appearance

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a stunning late goal as Portugal beat Iceland 1-0 on Tuesday to extend its perfect record in Euro 2024 qualifying Group J on an historic night for the forward who became the first player to make 200 international appearances. Ronaldo already held the record for most international appearances when he surpassed Kuwait’s Bader Al-Mutawa’s, who held the …

Cristiano Ronaldo receives massive Portugal future update from head coach Roberto Martinez
1 year, 6 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo receives massive Portugal future update from head coach Roberto Martinez

Hindustan Times  

Portugal captain and legend Cristiano Ronaldo’s position within the national team had come under question during the 2022 Qatar World Cup, when the talismanic striker was replaced in their knockout games against South Korea and Morocco. However, newly-appointed head coach for the national team Roberto Martinez has chosen him for the squads in this summer’s Euros qualifiers, and squashed any …

Cristiano Ronaldo 'Important' For Portugal, Says Coach Roberto Martinez After 4 Goals in 2 Games
1 year, 8 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo 'Important' For Portugal, Says Coach Roberto Martinez After 4 Goals in 2 Games

News 18  

Cristiano Ronaldo remains a “very important” player for Portugal, coach Roberto Martinez said on Sunday after the veteran striker scored a second successive brace in Euro 2024 qualifying against Luxembourg. The younger ones due to their willingness to play and players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Rui Patricio and Bernardo Silva bring experience. “It’s important to have a complete dressing room.” Martinez …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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