I’ll leave Portugal team if I’m no longer wanted — Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo says he is prepared to leave the Portugal national team immediately if the country, federation, or president no longer want to rely on hi Read More: https://punchng.com/ill-leave-portugal-team-if-im-no-longer-wanted-ronaldo/
Portugal's star forward Cristiano Ronaldo has made clear his willingness to leave the national team if he is no longer wanted, stating he "can leave from today" if the federation decides to no longer rely on him. The 41-year-old captain, speaking at a press conference ahead of Portugal's UEFA Nations League opener against Wales, emphasized that he would take the initiative himself if that decision came from higher authorities.
Ronaldo reiterated that he and the Portuguese people still rely on each other, but admitted he had considered retiring from international football after the team's 2026 World Cup round-of-16 exit. He remains motivated by the support of the Portuguese public and his ongoing contributions on the pitch, aiming to reach 1,000 career goals for club and country and help Portugal win another Nations League title under new head coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo is ready to play in Thursday's opener against Wales, regardless of his starting position.
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