Bruno Fernandes reveals Cristiano Ronaldo conversation after shock Portugal exit

Star striker walked out on international team-mates after exclusion

By Oli Gent · Standard

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 9:26 PM

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Bruno Fernandes revealed he spoke with Cristiano Ronaldo after the striker abruptly left the Portugal camp.
Cristiano Ronaldo left the national team following a rift with manager Jorge Jesus over being benched against Norway.
Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 and later beat Denmark 4-2 in Ronaldo's absence.

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Bruno Fernandes revealed he spoke with Cristiano Ronaldo following the veteran striker's abrupt departure from the Portugal national team camp. The 41-year-old forward left the squad after manager Jorge Jesus kept him as an unused substitute during Portugal's 2-1 victory over Norway in Oslo. Ronaldo subsequently traveled to Madrid and missed Portugal's 4-2 win against Denmark.

Fernandes stated that he reminded Ronaldo that he remains the greatest symbol of Portuguese football regardless of circumstances. The Manchester United captain dismissed claims of a dressing room rift, calling on supporters not to divide the country and urging respect for both sides involved in the controversy.

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Bruno Fernandes reveals Cristiano Ronaldo conversation after shock Portugal exit

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