Ronaldo leaves Portugal camp, promises truth 'in due time', wishes team-mates luck

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What happened

Cristiano Ronaldo has left Portugal’s camp ahead of Thursday’s Nations League clash with Denmark following a dispute over his role under new head coach Jorge Jesus.

Ronaldo confirmed his departure after Jesus said he would not start the match.

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  • Ronaldo confirmed his departure after Jesus said he would not start the match.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:26:53 UTC.

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Ronaldo leaves Portugal training camp after coach drops him from upcoming match

Portugal captain and striker Cristiano Ronaldo said Wednesday he had walked out on the national team's training camp in Copenhagen after coach Jorge Jesus announced the 41-year-old player would be dropped from the team's next match against Denmark.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24