Ronaldo suspended 30 days by Portuguese FA over team walkout
The 41-year-old forward was penalised after leaving the national team camp during a Nations League fixture.
At a glance
- Ronaldo was suspended for 30 days and fined €255 by the Portuguese FA disciplinary council
- The suspension followed Ronaldo's departure from the national team camp before a Nations League match against Denmark
- Ronaldo claimed coach Jorge Jesus broke agreements about his playing role; Jesus denied this
- Jesus left open the possibility of Ronaldo's return to the squad
Cristiano Ronaldo has received a 30-day suspension and a fine of €255 (£215) from the Portuguese Football Association's disciplinary council following his departure from the national team camp. The suspension was imposed after Ronaldo left Portugal's base in Copenhagen before a Nations League match against Denmark earlier this month, citing a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus over his playing role.
Ronaldo had accused Jesus of breaking commitments regarding his involvement in the team after being an unused substitute in a previous match. Jesus denied making any such agreement but indicated the possibility of Ronaldo's return following Portugal's subsequent 2-1 victory.
Why it matters
The suspension affects Ronaldo's availability for Portugal's upcoming international fixtures during the 30-day period.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — SportCristiano Ronaldo receives 30-day suspension and £215 fine over Portugal walkout
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