“Unprecedented humiliation”: Cristiano Ronaldo banned from playing for his national team, Portugal… Official suspension confirmed: “But I am not retiring”

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It is a humiliation. Cristiano Ronaldo (41, Al-Nassr), who caused a controversy by leaving the Portugal national team training camp without permission, has ultimately received a suspension sanction from the Portuguese Football Federation.

The British media outlet “BBC” reported on the 11th (Korean time) that “Ronaldo, who left the Ji Nan-dal (CEO) team camp without authorization, has been given a temporary suspension from playing by the Portuguese Football Federation,” focusing its coverage on the issue.

After sitting on the bench during the UEFA Nations League match against Norway held in September, Ronaldo abruptly left the training camp without permission upon learning that he would be excluded from the starting lineup for the subsequent match against Denmark. Subsequently, Ronaldo issued a lengthy statement fiercely criticizing the situation, stating that “Je Su-seu (CEO) team manager Jorge broke his promise twice,” sparking intense controversy.

In fact, the Portuguese Football Federation issued a statement officially announcing that it had imposed a temporary suspension on Ronaldo effective from the 9th and designated the matter as an urgent agenda item. According to federation regulations, players who fail to respond to national team call-ups or leave without permission are subject to a suspension of at least one month and up to six months, along with a fine.

Pedro Proença, president of the Portuguese Football Federation, stated through local media outlet “Record” that “This is a time when calmness and composure are needed. We are all sitting at the same table,” adding, “I strongly hope the captain will return to our side. The standard disciplinary process will proceed.”

“BBC” added, “In response, Ronaldo acknowledged responsibility for his actions and apologized to his teammates and fans. He stated he would accept the punishment.”

However, as he is racing toward conquering the milestone of 1,000 career goals, he firmly rejected speculation about retiring from the national team. Ronaldo has recorded 234 matches and 146 goals in A-matches wearing the Portugal jersey, holding world records in men’s football for both categories. Recently, in his return match for Al-Nassr, he also scored his 980th career goal against Diriyah Club.

However, local public opinion has turned coldly against him. Portuguese football journalist Jose Manuel Delgado stated through “BBC,” “I do not think there is a way back. In his statement, Ronaldo spoke of returning to the national team while calling manager Jesus a liar three times.”

He continued, “In local Portuguese polls, only 15% support Ronaldo. Citizens believe they owe Ronaldo a great debt, but now his era has ended. He must realize this himself,” adding, “The problem is that Ronaldo cannot accept this and wants to play like he is 24 years old despite being 41. Whether he plays again or holds a farewell match, it will not be the same as before. His achievements in Portuguese football are unique and incredibly great, but at 41, there is no place for him in Portugal’s best 11,” delivering a sharp critique.

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