Ronaldo's international career likely over after Portugal row

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 13:20 · Archive

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister has suggested his international career is unlikely to continue after he left Portugal's camp during the recent international break.

Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal's camp during the recent international break after being benched in a 2-1 Nations League win over Norway. He cited 'broken promises' by manager Jorge Jesus. The Portuguese Football Federation suspended him for his actions.

His sister, Elma Aveiro, speaking at a book launch event in Lisbon on Wednesday, suggested his international career may be finished. When asked about his future, she said 'it's more likely a no than a yes'. She described the situation as 'stalled' and expressed sadness that Portuguese people had 'forgotten what has already been done'.

Asked whether Ronaldo and Jesus could reconcile, Aveiro said 'it's very complicated. When we're betrayed, it's very difficult to go back to normal.' She added it was difficult to see her brother 'go through this', noting 'he is one of the people who least deserve this'. Ronaldo has since expressed a desire to return to the team, though his sister's comments suggest a path back may not be forthcoming.

How it is being reported

• Cristiano Ronaldo's sister reveals his international career is likely OVER after Portugal bust-upCristiano Ronaldo dramatically walked out on the Portuguese national team during the international break and his family have now suggested that he may never represent his country againMirror Sport · 15 Oct, 12:51
• Cristiano Ronaldo's international career likely to be OVER, says his sister - as she hits out at the 'betrayal' of Portugal boss Jorge JesusRonaldo, 41, caused controversy during the recent international break when he left Portugal's camp over what he claimed were 'broken promises' by Jesus.Daily Mail Sport · 15 Oct, 09:32

In this story: Cristiano Ronaldo · Jorge Jesus · Elma Aveiro · Portugal · Portuguese Football Federation

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