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Cristiano Ronaldo sanctioned, it’s official

In turmoil after leaving the selection without authorization, Cristiano Ronaldo was provisionally suspended by the Portuguese federation. The sanction fell

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 12:56 PM

Key Things to Know

Cristiano Ronaldo has received a provisional suspension from the Portuguese Football Federation.
Disciplinary proceedings were initiated after Ronaldo left Portugal's national training camp without authorization.
Ronaldo reportedly departed after coach Jorge Jesus warmed him up without bringing him onto the pitch.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation following his unauthorized departure from the national team camp in Copenhagen, Denmark. The Disciplinary Board opened proceedings on October 9, 2026, to examine events from October 7, retaining an urgent status for the investigation.

The forward reportedly abandoned the UEFA Nations League gathering after manager Jorge Jesus had him warm up without substituting him into the match. The case was formally submitted to the federation's Disciplinary Investigation Commission on October 10, 2026, accompanied by a publication ban.

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Cristiano Ronaldo sanctioned, it’s official

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