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Ronaldo seeks 'punishment' for Portugal walkout but rules out international retirement
BBC Sport · 4 hours ago · Read the Full Story on BBC Sport
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Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he will not retire from international football, but stated he deserves to be punished for walking out on Portugal's training camp after head coach Jorge Jesus broke his word.
- Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed he is not retiring from international football and aims to continue playing if physically fit.
- The 41-year-old forward stated he deserves to be disciplined and his punishment should not be reduced for walking out on Portugal's training camp last week.
- Ronaldo accused head coach Jorge Jesus of an absolute breach of trust after breaking his word twice regarding playing time and media communication.
- Ronaldo holds world records with 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal.
- Portugal's head coach Jorge Jesus previously stated there was no rift and the door remains open for Ronaldo to return.
- Ronaldo admitted sole responsibility for leaving the camp and apologized to his teammates and supporters.
- Ronaldo had previously considered retiring after the World Cup this summer but was convinced to continue by FPF president Pedro Proenca.
- Ronaldo has returned to training with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia as he pursues a record 1,000 career goals, having scored 979 times overall.
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