Portugal coach 'knew nothing' about Ronaldo retiring
Summary
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said Cristiano Ronaldo did not tell him in advance that he planned to retire from international football. Jesus said Ronaldo had been on his squad list for the upcoming Nations League fixtures, while the Portuguese Football Federation president said the federation would honour him.Key Facts
- Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football in an Instagram video on Thursday.
- Jesus said he learned of the decision at the same time as the public and had planned to select Ronaldo.
- Ronaldo was available again after serving a 30-day suspension that did not include any national team matches.
- Ronaldo left Portugal's camp in September after learning he would not start a Nations League match against Denmark.
- Ronaldo's last international appearance was Portugal's 1-0 win over Wales in Lisbon.
- He finished with 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal, both men's world records, and helped the team win Euro 2016.
- Portuguese Football Federation president Pedro Proenca said the federation would honour Ronaldo for his contributions to Portuguese football.
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