Cristiano Ronaldo apologizes and confirms he will not retire from international play
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced he will not retire from international football after a falling-out with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus. Following his early departure from the training camp, Ronaldo issued a statement apologizing to fans and teammates, taking full responsibility for his actions. He expressed disappointment over broken promises from the coaching staff. Ronaldo affirmed his commitment to the national team, stating he would be available for selection after serving any disciplinary action. Portugal's upcoming matches in the Nations League against Denmark and Wales are essential for their campaign.
- •Ronaldo leaves training camp early after clash with coach Jorge Jesus
- •He apologizes to fans and teammates for his actions
- •Ronaldo confirms he will not retire from international football
- •Portugal set to play Denmark and Wales in Nations League
- •He seeks to rebuild trust with the coaching staff
- 9:22 PMESPN — Ronaldo says Jesus broke his word, apologizes to Portugal teammates
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Ronaldo apologises and gives an update on his international future!
"Cristiano Ronaldo has decided not to retire from international football despite his falling-out with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus last week, which ultimately led the Portuguese captain to leave the trai...
"Cristiano Ronaldo said he will remain available to represent Portugal should they call him up again in a five-page letter seen by ESPN, while explaining his fallout with coach Jorge Jesus last week.
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External links- ESPNOct 6, 2026, 9:22 PMRonaldo says Jesus broke his word, apologizes to Portugal teammates
Cristiano Ronaldo said he will remain available to represent Portugal should they call him up again in a five-page letter seen by ESPN, while explaining his fallout with coach Jorge Jesus last week.
- Yahoo SportsOct 6, 2026, 7:26 PM🚨 Ronaldo apologises and gives an update on his international future!
Cristiano Ronaldo has decided not to retire from international football despite his falling-out with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus last week, which ultimately led the Portuguese captain to leave the trai...
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