Ronaldo provisionally suspended by Portuguese FA

Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) following his departure from the country’s international camp in September. The 41-year-old captain walked out of Portugal’s Nations League squad after being an unused substitute against Norway and later discovering he would not start against Denmark.

Ronaldo claimed that coach Jorge Jesus had broken his trust twice, citing an "absolute breach of trust". The FPF issued a "provisional suspension" on October 9 and marked the case as urgent. According to the FPF's rules, a player who fails to appear or walks out on international duties faces a ban ranging from one to six months, along with a fine.

FPF president Pedro Proenc expressed the need for calm and composure, stating that there is a desire to have Ronaldo back with the team. The FPF will follow a normal disciplinary process. Ronaldo accepted responsibility, apologized to teammates and fans, and stated he deserved punishment. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner still intends to play international football, aiming to reach 1,000 career goals.

Ronaldo scored 146 goals in 234 Portugal appearances, both men's world records, assisting the team in winning Euro 2016 and the Nations League twice.