{
  "id": 13476562,
  "title": "Ronaldo will return to Portugal squad in November — Official",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/ronaldo-will-return-to-portugal-squad-in-november-official",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-10T17:41:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/ronaldo-will-return-to-portugal-squad-in-november-official/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Portuguese Football Federation president Pedro Proença has stated that Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to return to the national team during the November international break. Proença expressed confidence in the legendary forward's ability to rejoin the squad, noting that the federation, coaching staff, and players are all aligned in their desire for Ronaldo's return. Ronaldo, who has scored 980 career goals, is willing to return to Portugal colours according to Proença. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner's potential comeback would provide a significant boost for Portugal as they prepare for their upcoming matches. However, Ronaldo's return will ultimately depend on the final squad selection and any outstanding issues that need to be addressed. Fans will be eagerly awaiting news on whether their captain will be part of the team during the next international break.",
  "summary": "Portuguese Football Federation president Pedro Proença says Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to return to the national team for the November international bre Read More: https://punchng.com/ronaldo-will-return-to-portugal-squad-in-november-official/",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "🚨 Portuguese FA president announces CR7's return in November!",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/portuguese-fa-president-announces-cr7s-return-in-november",
        "published": "2026-10-10T17:31:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Ronaldo will return to Portugal squad in November — Official",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/ronaldo-will-return-to-portugal-squad-in-november-official-13479188",
        "published": "2026-10-10T17:51:18.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}