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Ronaldo stopped speaking when benched, says former Portugal manager

Posted : 09 November 2023
Fernando Santos made a controversial decision to bench Ronaldo in Portugal's last-16 clash against Switzerland, a move that sparked intrigue. Surprisingly, Portugal thrived without him, with Goncalo Ramos scoring a hat-trick, leading to Ronaldo's absence in the quarter-final against Morocco, where Portugal suffered a 1-0 defeat. Santos defended his choice, citing strategic considerations for the team, even though it strained their relationship, resulting in no communication since.

The decision, though difficult, was made with the team's best interests in mind, Santos explained. Despite the personal and friendship aspects weighing heavily, he maintained trust in Ronaldo. The communication breakdown occurred when Santos informed Ronaldo of the decision on the morning of the game, and their dialogue has not resumed since.

Despite the disappointment, Ronaldo has made a strong comeback, playing a crucial role in Roberto Martinez's revamped Portugal squad as they prepare for the upcoming Euros.


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