Shocking! Jorge Jesus speaks harshly about Ronaldo
Jorge Jesus has sent a very clear message about Cristiano Ronaldo's status in the Portugal national team.
Details: Ahead of Portugal's upcoming UEFA Nations League clash with Denmark, the head coach stressed that his work with the national team is not built around one footballer, even if that player is Cristiano Ronaldo. Jesus made it clear that his priority is the entire squad and Portugal's attempt to defend their Nations League title.
Jesus did not soften his message when asked about Ronaldo:
"I don't have just ONE PLAYER. I have 23 players. Our mission is to WIN THE NATIONS LEAGUE. Cristiano Ronaldo is not the main reason I'm here. Denmark is."
The comments come amid intense attention surrounding Ronaldo after the 41-year-old remained an unused substitute in Portugal's 2-1 victory over Norway. Jesus has insisted that there is no genuine conflict between the pair, while also confirming that Ronaldo will not feature against Denmark as part of a workload plan that had been discussed in advance.
Portugal enter the next match as the reigning Nations League champions. They defeated Spain on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the 2025 final and became the first national team to win the competition twice. Ronaldo, meanwhile, remains the leading scorer in men's international football, with UEFA listing him at 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal.
Reminder: The end. Will Ronaldo play against Denmark?
Steven Perez
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