Two icons, a glorious farewell and a potentially bitter ending
Summary
Lionel Messi played his final international match for Argentina, scoring in a farewell game against Benin. Meanwhile, Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo released a statement criticizing his national team coach Jorge Jesus for breaking promises, after he was left out of recent matches, raising questions about the future of his international career.Key Facts
- Lionel Messi ended his international career with Argentina by scoring in a match against Benin.
- Cristiano Ronaldo was an unused substitute in Portugal’s Nations League match against Norway.
- Ronaldo left Portugal’s team camp after learning he would not start in the next match against Denmark.
- Ronaldo accused Portugal manager Jorge Jesus of breaking his word and breaching trust.
- Ronaldo apologized for leaving the camp and said he accepts any punishment.
- Manager Jorge Jesus said Ronaldo can return to the national team if he wishes.
- Many Portuguese fans and journalists believe Ronaldo’s international career is effectively over due to his age (41) and recent events.
- Ronaldo has scored 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal during his career.
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