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Pedro Proença and the future of Cristiano Ronaldo in the Portugal national team

The president of the Portuguese Football Federation spoke about Cristiano Ronaldo and the incident of his departure from the squad.

7 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Pedro Proença, president of the Portuguese Football Federation, commented on the current state of the national team after starting the group stage of the Nations League with four wins in four matches. In his statements to RTP, Proença emphasized the importance of Cristiano Ronaldo in the team, suggesting that 'a bow should be made to Ronaldo' for his contribution to Portuguese football.

The incident that dominated the news was Ronaldo's departure during training in Copenhagen. Proença made it clear that Cristiano 'will be part of this working group as long as he is technically capable.'

On the other hand, Gilberto Madaíl, former president of the Federation, urged Ronaldo to show 'humility' after his sudden exit from the squad. According to Madaíl, the Federation has been fundamental in the forward's career, which shapes expectations regarding his behavior and commitment.

In this context, Cristiano Ronaldo released a statement outlining his reasons for leaving the camp. In his declaration, the forward mentioned having heard 'expressions and aggression' from the coach, which led him to decide to temporarily leave the team.

In his statement, Ronaldo expressed that he would be available to return to the national team, indicating that he wishes to continue being part of the squad. However, his accusations against coach Jorge Jesus for not keeping his word have stirred controversy in the media and public opinion in Portugal, highlighting a mix of forgiveness and reproach regarding his attitude.

Ronaldo's statement has sparked a range of reactions, not only in the media but also in the digital realm, where some have criticized his behavior while others offer support. The situation remains a hot topic for fans and football analysts.

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