Rafael Leão dons Cristiano Ronaldo’s No. 7 for Portugal in recent match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Rafael Leão wore Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic No. 7 shirt during Portugal’s match against Denmark on October 1. This change, prompted by Ronaldo's departure from the national camp, is linked to UEFA squad-number regulations. Leão previously wore No. 17 and expressed that wearing No. 7 was a special moment, as Ronaldo has been his idol since childhood. Portugal secured a 4-2 victory over Denmark, continuing their Nations League campaign. Ronaldo has not officially retired from international football, leaving the future of the No. 7 shirt uncertain.
- •Rafael Leão started in No. 7 during Portugal's 4-2 victory over Denmark.
- •Cristiano Ronaldo left the camp prior to the match.
- •UEFA rules required assignment of the No. 7 shirt after Ronaldo's exit.
- •Leão previously wore No. 17 before the switch.
- •Ronaldo’s return to the national team is still possible.
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Rafael Leão wears Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic No. 7 as Portugal faces a new era
"Portugal assigned Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic No. 7 to Rafael Leão after Ronaldo left camp, and UEFA squad rules explain why.
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