Cristiano Ronaldo: Portugal coach refuses to be drawn into excitement over Manchester United move
3 years, 3 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo: Portugal coach refuses to be drawn into excitement over Manchester United move

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 Fernando Santos was refusing to be drawn into the excitement over Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United as he prepared Portugal for their World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland. Asked how much of a motivation it would be for the team to help Ronaldo break Iran striker Ali Daei’s record of 109 international goals, Santos replied: “What will this bring to tomorrow’s game? open image in gallery Portugal head coach Fernando Santos is expecting a testing encounter with the Republic of Ireland The Roma keeper said: “He’s fine. “He’s done as he does in all training sessions and games, which is to give his best.” Ireland are yet to take a point in the group after defeats by Serbia – who are level on points with the Portuguese – and Luxembourg, but Santos is wary of the threat posed by what he described as a “British”-style team as manager Stephen Kenny attempts to introduce a more-attacking brand of football.

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Ruben Amorim stance revealed after Manchester United sack Erik ten Hag
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ruben Amorim stance revealed after Manchester United sack Erik ten Hag

The Independent  

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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  

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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  

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Porto and Portugal defender Pepe announces retirement
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Porto and Portugal defender Pepe announces retirement

The Independent  

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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 …

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 …

Stuart Pearce claims Portugal players 'DON'T TRUST' Cristiano Ronaldo after the 39-year-old's frustrating night in front of goal in 2-1 Euros win over Czechia
6 months ago

Stuart Pearce claims Portugal players 'DON'T TRUST' Cristiano Ronaldo after the 39-year-old's frustrating night in front of goal in 2-1 Euros win over Czechia

Daily Mail  

Stuart Pearce has questioned whether Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal team-mates trust him enough to give him the ball. Stuart Pearce has questioned whether Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal team-mates trust him enough to give him the ball Ronaldo's appearance for Portugal say him become the first player to feature in as many as six different editions of the Euros While commentating, he said: …

Portugal player ratings vs Czechia: Cristiano Ronaldo left frustrated after clinch comeback victory
6 months ago

Portugal player ratings vs Czechia: Cristiano Ronaldo left frustrated after clinch comeback victory

The Independent  

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Cristiano Ronaldo, reloaded: Reimagined Portugal set to take on the Euros
6 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo, reloaded: Reimagined Portugal set to take on the Euros

Hindustan Times  

When Roberto Martinez was appointed as Portugal's manager, the reaction was notably lukewarm. Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo runs during a training session of Portugal's national football team, during the UEFA Euro 2024 European football Championship A crucial part of this challenge was Cristiano Ronaldo. He came to the World Cup on the back of a highly publicised feud with …

Cristiano Ronaldo means business ahead of Euro 2024 with double for Portugal
6 months, 1 week ago

Cristiano Ronaldo means business ahead of Euro 2024 with double for Portugal

The Independent  

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5 key talking points as the Republic of Ireland prepare to face Portugal
6 months, 2 weeks ago

5 key talking points as the Republic of Ireland prepare to face Portugal

The Independent  

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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 …

Cristiano Ronaldo transfer ‘didn’t turn out to be the right one’: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rues Manchester United decision
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo transfer ‘didn’t turn out to be the right one’: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rues Manchester United decision

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo's second stint with Manchester United didn't go as planned as the Portugal star saw the Premier League side terminate his contract in November 2022. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer lamented Manchester United's decision to sign Cristiano Ronaldo for a second stint. But Ole Gunnar Solskjaer got sacked midway through the 2021-22 campaign as manager and Ten Hag arrived. Ten Hag's …

Mauricio Pochettino understands reason behind early struggles for Moises Caicedo
1 year ago

Mauricio Pochettino understands reason behind early struggles for Moises Caicedo

The Independent  

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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 …

Luis Enrique appointed as new head coach of Paris St Germain
1 year, 5 months ago

Luis Enrique appointed as new head coach of Paris St Germain

The Independent  

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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 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 …

Republic boss Stephen Kenny hopes to exorcise ghost of Cristiano Ronaldo
1 year, 6 months ago

Republic boss Stephen Kenny hopes to exorcise ghost of Cristiano Ronaldo

The Independent  

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Cristiano Ronaldo's Former Agent Reveals That The Portuguese Star 'Will Always' Be In His Heart
1 year, 6 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's Former Agent Reveals That The Portuguese Star 'Will Always' Be In His Heart

News 18  

From leaving Manchester United in a controversial manner to signing a lucrative deal with Saudi Arabia-based side Al-Nassr FC- Cristiano Ronaldo kept the footballing world abuzz last year. Apart from his sensational goalscoring prowess, Ronaldo had hit the headlines, thanks to his split with former agent Jorge Mendes in 2022. After representing Ronaldo for more than two decades, Mendes’ tie-up …

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 …

Portugal 4-0 Liechtenstein: Cristiano Ronaldo bags a brace
1 year, 9 months ago

Portugal 4-0 Liechtenstein: Cristiano Ronaldo bags a brace

Daily Mail  

It didn't take long for Cristiano Ronaldo to put the World Cup disappointment behind him. Back as a starter with Portugal's national team, Ronaldo became the most-capped player in men's international soccer on Thursday, scoring twice in a 4-0 rout of Liechtenstein in 2024 European Championship qualifying. The game marked Roberto Martínez's first game with Portugal and it wasn't a …

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  

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Cristiano Ronaldo Included in New Portugal Coach Martinez's First Squad, Says 'I Don't Look at Age..'
1 year, 9 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo Included in New Portugal Coach Martinez's First Squad, Says 'I Don't Look at Age..'

News 18  

New Portugal coach Roberto Martínez included Cristiano Ronaldo in his first squad on Friday since taking over from Fernando Santos following the World Cup. Ronaldo, who plays for Saudi team Al-Nassr, can add to his international record of 118 goals when Portugal plays European Championship qualifiers against Liechtenstein on March 23 and at Luxembourg three days later. Martínez joined Portugal …

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 …

‘Cristiano Ronaldo will go back to Europe,’ says Al Nassr coach Rudi Garcia
1 year, 10 months ago

‘Cristiano Ronaldo will go back to Europe,’ says Al Nassr coach Rudi Garcia

The Hindu  

Rudi Garcia, the Al Nassr manager, said Cristiano Ronaldo ‘will not finish his career at Al Nassr. In the Saudi Super Cup semifinal, Al Nassr was knocked out by Al Ittihad last week, with Ronaldo missing a chance to score. The coach, however, criticised Ronaldo, who joined Al Nassr from Manchester United at the end of 2022, for missing a …

Portugal’s Fernando Santos set to be named Poland coach
1 year, 11 months ago

Portugal’s Fernando Santos set to be named Poland coach

The Hindu  

Polish Football Association president Cezary Kulesza hinted on Monday that former Portugal boss Fernando Santos would be named their new coach. Santos, 68, will succeed Czeslaw Michniewicz, who was sacked last month following a last-16 appearance at the World Cup in Qatar. Santos was previously Portugal coach, but quit last month following the team’s shock World Cup quarter-final loss to …

Cristiano Ronaldo gets himself in shape for his Al-Nassr debut with team-mate Khaled Al-Ghannam
1 year, 11 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo gets himself in shape for his Al-Nassr debut with team-mate Khaled Al-Ghannam

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has been busily preparing to finally make his debut for new club Al-Nassr after his high-profile switch to the Saudi Pro-League. Cristiano Ronaldo shared a picture on his Instagram after a workout with his new team-mate The statement signing took to Instagram to share a picture of himself and new team-mate Khaled Al-Ghannam after a last workout ahead …

Manchester United to introduce 'Cristiano Ronaldo' salary rule to avoid jealousy among players
1 year, 11 months ago

Manchester United to introduce 'Cristiano Ronaldo' salary rule to avoid jealousy among players

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo's departure to Al Nassr could bring some big changes to Manchester United, a possible shake-up in the club's financial approach to players. The Portugal captain saw his Manchester United contract get terminated after a controversial interview with broadcaster Piers Morgan, where he criticised the club's hierarchy and manager. After Portugal's exit from the FIFA World Cup 2022, Ronaldo …

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 new coach jokes he wanted to sign Lionel Messi
1 year, 11 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's new coach jokes he wanted to sign Lionel Messi

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo's new coach has risked upsetting the star by laughing as he told reporters he wanted to sign Lionel Messi first after his World Cup heroics. Cristiano Ronaldo has signed for Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr on an eye-watering deal Ronaldo's new coach Rudi Garcia, however, risked upsetting the star with a joke that he wanted to sign Lionel …

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 …

World Cup: Portugal sack Fernando Santos after quarter-final exit vs Morocco and dropping Ronaldo
2 years ago

World Cup: Portugal sack Fernando Santos after quarter-final exit vs Morocco and dropping Ronaldo

Daily Mail  

Portugal have sacked Fernando Santos as their national team coach. The 68-year-old manager led Portugal to the quarter-finals of the World Cup in Qatar before crashing out of the tournament following a shock 1-0 defeat against Morocco last Saturday. Portugal have sacked manager Fernando Santos after his side's shock quarter-final elimination Morocco produced one of the upsets of the tournament …

Cristiano Ronaldo trains at Real Madrid facility after a bitter fallout with Manchester United
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo trains at Real Madrid facility after a bitter fallout with Manchester United

India Today  

Cristiano Ronaldo, who is currently a free agent and dealing with Portugal's shock World Cup exit, has been training at Real Madrid while staying in the Spanish capital, the club announced on Wednesday. Ronaldo, 37, is a free agent after leaving Manchester United and spent nine years at Real Madrid, where he maintains a close relationship with club president Florentino …

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 …

Cristiano Ronaldo believes Jose Mourinho is key to extending his Portugal career
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo believes Jose Mourinho is key to extending his Portugal career

Daily Mail  

Jose Mourinho is the only coach capable of repairing the rift inside the Portugal squad, created by Fernando Santos' high-profile falling out with Cristiano Ronaldo. Jose Mourinho is the perfect man to repair the fractured Portugal national team Ronaldo was dropped for a knockout game at a major tournament for the first time since 2008 The Roma boss has never …

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 …

Cristiano Ronaldo will NOT return home with Fernando Santos and the rest of national team today
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo will NOT return home with Fernando Santos and the rest of national team today

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo will not return to Lisbon with the rest of the Portugal squad on Sunday after his country's shock quarter-final exit from Qatar 2022 to underdogs Morocco. Cristiano Ronaldo will remain in Qatar after Portugal's shock 1-0 defeat by Morocco He will be joined by Bruno Fernandes who accused the Argentinian referee of bias Of the initial 26-man World …

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 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  

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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  

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FIFA World Cup: Is Portugal a better team without Ronaldo?
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Is Portugal a better team without Ronaldo?

The Hindu  

Fernando Santos’ decision to leave out Cristiano Ronaldo from the starting XI made the headlines with Portugal’s 6-1 win over Switzerland in the Round of 16 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. And even coming into the World Cup, Ronaldo has scored just two goals in the nine Portugal matches since October 2021. READ |Portugal coach Santos ‘not …

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 …

Carlo Ancelotti admits Cristiano Ronaldo never caused any problems during their time at Real Madrid
2 years ago

Carlo Ancelotti admits Cristiano Ronaldo never caused any problems during their time at Real Madrid

Daily Mail  

Carlo Ancelotti has raced to the defence of Cristiano Ronaldo, insisting that the Portuguese star 'never gave me any problems' during their two seasons together at Real Madrid. Carlo Ancelotti says that Cristiano Ronaldo never caused him any problems at Real Madrid The Real Madrid boss said that Ronaldo actually 'solved' problems and was easy to manage Santos felt compelled …

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 …

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