Cristiano Ronaldo has been given a 30-day suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation. He was also fined 255 euros. The punishment came after he left the national team camp without permission. This happened after a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus about playing time.
The suspension started on October 1, the day Portugal played Denmark. Ronaldo has already served 19 days. He should finish the ban by the end of October.
Ronaldo left the camp on September 30. He had been an unused substitute against Norway on September 27. He warmed up during that match but did not get on the pitch. He then learned he would not start against Denmark on October 1. Ronaldo said Jesus had broken his word about giving him game time.
Ronaldo later apologised to fans. He said he would accept any punishment. The federation said it considered his apology when deciding the ban. The ban is the minimum allowed under its rules for leaving the national team without authorisation.
Ronaldo said he is not retiring from international football. He wrote on social media that he will be available to play and win for Portugal again. Coach Jesus has said he would consider picking Ronaldo if he stays active at Al Nassr and wants to return.
Portugal have won all four Nations League matches without Ronaldo. They have already qualified for the quarter-finals. They host Denmark on November 14 and play Wales on November 17.
Ronaldo did not comment directly on the suspension. He posted a photo of himself preparing to train with Al Nassr. The caption read, “Putting in the work.”
Portugal Federation Boss Says Ronaldo Is Still Key Despite Rift
Pedro Proença still believes Cristiano Ronaldo is a key player for Portugal. Proença is the president of the Portuguese Football Federation. He spoke at an event in Funchal, Ronaldo’s birthplace. He called Ronaldo the greatest asset Portuguese football has ever produced. He also said Ronaldo remains one of the team’s most important pieces.
Ronaldo left the Portugal camp during the last international break. He had a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus about playing time. The federation provisionally suspended him. A final punishment has not been announced yet.
Proença said he is confident Ronaldo will resolve his differences with Jesus and return to the squad. Ronaldo later posted a statement. He accused Jesus of breaking his word to him. He also said he would accept whatever punishment the federation decides. And he made clear he still wants to play for Portugal.
Portugal have two Nations League matches coming up in November. They play Denmark and Wales. Ronaldo’s return to the team is still uncertain. But the federation president is hopeful the situation will be settled.
…Could Become Al-Nassr Co-Owner as RedBird Capital Explores $267 Million Investment Deal
Al-Nassr are in talks over a big investment deal. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has opened discussions with a group led by RedBird Capital. RedBird is an American firm that owns AC Milan. The talks are about selling a 70% stake in Al-Nassr. The deal could be worth around one billion Saudi riyals. That is about $267 million.
Cristiano Ronaldo could end up with a stake of up to 20%. If the deal goes through, he would become a co-owner of the club. The talks are still at an early stage and final terms are not settled yet.
RedBird has met with the Public Investment Fund at least twice. A source close to the fund said RedBird’s interest is still early. The talks might not lead to an agreement. Several outcomes are still possible.
The fund is also working on sponsorship deals with companies in its portfolio. The goal is to help clear Al-Nassr’s debts. Those debts are around 800 million Saudi riyals, or about $213 million. This work is meant to improve the club’s finances before the new investment phase.
Another possible investor is Al-Wasail. It is a Riyadh-based company that works in media, sports, and entertainment. It could join RedBird in the deal.
Ronaldo owning a stake in Al-Nassr would matter a lot. He also has a close bond with the club since joining. If the deal happens, he would move from team leader to part-owner. That would start a very different chapter in his relationship with the Saudi club.
FAQs
Q. Why was Cristiano Ronaldo suspended?
A. Ronaldo received a suspension for leaving Portugal’s camp without permission.
Q. How much was Ronaldo fined?
A. Ronaldo was fined €255.
Q. Will Ronaldo retire from international football?
A. No, Ronaldo has said he wants to continue playing for Portugal.
Q. Could Ronaldo become an Al-Nassr co-owner?
A. Ronaldo could acquire a stake of up to 20% if the proposed investment deal goes through.
Q. Who is interested in investing in Al-Nassr?
A. RedBird Capital is exploring a potential investment deal with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
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