Ronaldo apologizes for Portugal walkout; says Jesus broke promise
Summary
Cristiano Ronaldo said Portugal coach Jorge Jesus broke promises about playing time and public explanations, which led Ronaldo to leave the training camp before a match. Ronaldo apologized for not greeting fans and leaving his teammates but said he remains available for future games after any punishment.Key Facts
- Ronaldo claimed coach Jorge Jesus agreed he would miss two matches to manage fitness but then asked him to play 30 minutes in one game.
- Ronaldo warmed up but was not put into the game, which he said broke the coach's promise.
- A later meeting supposedly resulted in an agreement that Jesus would publicly clarify the situation, but Jesus did not follow through as promised.
- Ronaldo left the Portugal team camp because, he said, Jesus broke his word twice.
- Jesus denied making any agreement with Ronaldo but left open the possibility that Ronaldo could return.
- Ronaldo apologized for not greeting fans and for abandoning his teammates during the controversy.
- Ronaldo said he is still willing to play for Portugal if he stays fit and scores goals for his club.
- The Portuguese Football Federation has not responded yet to Ronaldo’s public statement.
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