Pedro Proença backs Ronaldo to resolve dispute with Jorge Jesus
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Punch
Portuguese Football Federation President Pedro Proença believes Cristiano Ronaldo can resolve his disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus and remains a key player for the national team. Following the captain’s provisional suspension, the federation is reviewing the incident, Punch reports, citing Goal.com and ESPN.
Portuguese Football Federation President Pedro Proença is counting on Cristiano Ronaldo to resolve his disagreement with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus, Goal.com reports, as cited by Punch. Proença reaffirmed the national team captain’s role at a federation event in Funchal, the striker’s home city.
Proença described Ronaldo as a major figure in Portuguese football and a “key player” for the national team, according to comments reported by ESPN. The 41-year-old striker has just been suspended by Portugal for 30 days, a sanction that also includes a fine of 255 euros.
Proença’s remarks came the day after Portugal suspended Cristiano Ronaldo, a decision announced on 19 October.
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