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Portugal Officials Welcome Cristiano Ronaldo Back After Training Camp Exit
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Moneycontrol•05-10-2026, 15:44
Portugal Officials Welcome Cristiano Ronaldo Back After Training Camp Exit
- •Portugal coach Jorge Jesus and federation president Pedro Proença stated that the door remains open for Cristiano Ronaldo to return to the national team.
- •Proença described Ronaldo's departure from the training camp last week as a misunderstanding that will be resolved internally.
- •Ronaldo left the camp on Wednesday after Jesus announced he would not start in the upcoming Nations League match against Denmark.
- •Jesus stated he has no issues with the veteran star and that Ronaldo will be eligible for the next international call-up if he wants to return.
Key Questions Answered
Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal's training camp after a misunderstanding that occurred when coach Jorge Jesus kept him on the bench against Denmark in the Nations League, despite earlier saying he would play.
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus and federation president Pedro Proença stated that the door remains open for Ronaldo to return for the next international break as long as he is technically fit and playing for Al Nassr.
Coach Jorge Jesus stated there was no issue regarding his authority and that Ronaldo would be eligible for selection if he wants to return, while federation president Pedro Proença called him the greatest player of all time and a national icon.
