Jorge Jesus plans to call up Cristiano Ronaldo for November Nations League matches
Quick Look
- Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus intends to return Cristiano Ronaldo to the squad for the Nations League matches against Denmark and Wales.
- The Portuguese Football Federation is negotiating a reconciliation between the player and the coaching staff after the recent conflict.
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Why It Matters
Portugal reached the quarter-finals of the Nations League ahead of schedule after four rounds. Ronaldo previously left the national team due to disagreements with the coach over playing time.
Portugal national team coach Jorge Jesus intends to call up striker Cristiano Ronaldo for the November Nations League matches against Denmark and Wales. Match TV reports this with reference to A Bola.
Ronaldo already knows about the coach's decision. The Portuguese Football Federation is actively negotiating the reconciliation of the football player with the coaching staff of the national team. Next week, federation representatives are scheduled to meet with the athlete.
On Wednesday, Ronaldo left the national team after a press conference by Jesus, who did not guarantee the forward a place in the starting lineup. Prior to this, the striker did not take the field in the match with Norway (2:1).
Portugal defender Joao Cancelo said: “Cristiano is our captain, the symbol of the team and the best Portuguese player of all time. I am confident that everything will end up in the best way."
Journalist Miguel Pereira reported that Ronaldo wants to score the thousandth goal in his career as part of the national team. According to the journalist, connections between the player’s entourage and the coaching staff are being established.
After four rounds of the Nations League, Portugal scored 12 points and advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament ahead of schedule.
What to Watch
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Federation representatives meeting with Ronaldo next week
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Open Questions
- Will there be a meeting between the federation and Ronaldo?
- Will Ronaldo be included in the starting XI for the November matches?
