Cristiano Ronaldo could miss upcoming matches for the Portugal national team after leaving the squad’s camp without authorization. Lawyer Gonçalo Almeida discussed the potential consequences for the forward in comments made to A Bola.
According to Almeida, a penalty for the forward appears all but inevitable. He cited the Portuguese Football Federation’s disciplinary regulations, which state that a player who leaves the national team without a valid reason can be suspended for a period ranging from one to six months.
No specific decision regarding Ronaldo’s case has been announced yet. The lawyer believes that the mere act of leaving the team’s camp is enough to trigger disciplinary proceedings.
Earlier, Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez commented on the situation in a measured tone. When asked about a social media post made by Ronaldo, he stated that he had seen it and would continue his work, focusing on the national team.
Consequently, Ronaldo’s participation in Portugal’s upcoming matches remains in doubt. Any final sanctions will depend on the decision of the country’s football authorities.
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