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sports9 days ago

Portuguese FA suspends Ronaldo for 20 days after camp walkout

The Portuguese Football Federation has provisionally suspended Cristiano Ronaldo for 20 days after he walked out of the national team camp in Copenhagen. The disciplinary proceedings, classified as urgent, began on October 9 following complaints from the federation and third parties. Ronaldo left the squad in September after a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over playing time, claiming Jesus broke a promise to let him play 30 minutes against Norway. Despite the suspension, Portugal won all four matches during the break, and Ronaldo has returned to his club Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.

via Euronews.com|

#cristiano-ronaldo #fpf #jorge-jesus

sports14 days ago•0 min saved

Kane Equals Shilton Record as England Beat Czechia 3-0

Harry Kane scored twice and assisted once as England defeated Czech Republic 3-0 at Wembley, equaling Peter Shilton's record of 125 caps. The victory secures England's place in the Nations League quarter-finals.

via BBC|

#czech-republic #england #harry-kane

sports14 days ago•9 min saved

Kane Equals Shilton’s England Cap Record with Double Against Czechia

Harry Kane equaled Peter Shilton’s record of 125 England caps by scoring twice in a 3-0 victory over Czechia in the UEFA Nations League. The Bayern Munich striker, who began his career as a child goalkeeper, has scored 91 goals in 125 appearances. England secured a likely quarter-final spot after winning their fourth consecutive match in the international break, despite a 3-2 loss to Spain earlier in the cycle.

via BBC|

#bayern-munich #england #harry-kane

sports14 days ago•3 min saved

Ronaldo Demands Punishment for Portugal Walkout, Accuses Jesus of Broken Promises

Cristiano Ronaldo has issued a lengthy statement confirming he is not retiring from international football but demanding the Portuguese Football Federation punish him for walking out of the national team camp. He accused head coach Jorge Jesus of twice breaking his word, first by benching him against Norway after promising playtime, and second by failing to honor an agreed media statement. Ronaldo apologized for his actions but insisted the FPF must assess the consequences without leniency. He remains available for future matches, provided he is physically fit and serving any suspension. Portugal has won its recent matches without him, and the FPF has not yet responded to his demands.

via BBC|

#cristiano-ronaldo #fpf #jorge-jesus

sports14 days ago

Ronaldo Sets Hard Condition for Portugal Return: No Jesus, No Play

Cristiano Ronaldo has set a strict condition for his return to the Portugal national team: he will not play as long as Jorge Jesus remains head coach. This stance, reported by CNN, follows a public fallout where Ronaldo walked out of the squad after being benched for matches against Norway and Denmark. While Jesus maintains the decision was tactical, Ronaldo views it as a breach of trust. Portugal has since won four consecutive matches without him, with Gonçalo Ramos stepping up as the primary scorer. The Portuguese Football Federation is reportedly planning a farewell event for Ronaldo, suggesting the split may be permanent despite Jesus’s open invitation for the striker to return if he chooses.

via Goal.com|

#cristiano-ronaldo #football-conflicts #jorge-jesus

sports14 days ago•1 min saved

Israel-Ireland Nations League Clash Escalates with Armbands, Spitting Allegations, and Press Confrontations

Israel and Ireland played a 1-1 draw in a UEFA Nations League match in Serbia, marked by intense political tension. Israeli players wore black armbands reading '7.10' to honor victims of the 2023 attack, while Irish players refused handshakes and wore their own protest armbands. The match featured a half-time clash involving spitting allegations, and pre-match press conferences ended in heated confrontations between Irish officials and Israeli journalists.

via Fox News|

#ireland #israel #nations-league

sports16 days ago•2 min saved

Modric Calls 7-0 England Defeat 'Catastrophic' as Croatia Struggles in Nations League

Croatia captain Luka Modric described his side's 7-0 home defeat to England in the UEFA Nations League as a 'catastrophic night,' stating he felt 'ashamed' for the first time in his 20-year international career. The 41-year-old AC Milan midfielder, making his 205th appearance, criticized the lack of aggression and togetherness in the performance. England, managed by Thomas Tuchel, secured a dominant victory with goals from Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon, and Morgan Rogers. The result leaves Croatia third in Group A3, behind England and Spain, with a crucial match against Spain scheduled for Tuesday.

via BBC|

#croatia #england #jude-bellingham

sports16 days ago

Fernandes urges unity as Ronaldo's international future hangs in balance after walkout

Cristiano Ronaldo has left the Portugal national team camp after coach Jorge Jesus confirmed he would not start him in a match against Denmark. Portugal won the game 4-2 without him, but the striker's international future is now uncertain. Bruno Fernandes has called for national unity, stating that Ronaldo remains the country's greatest symbol despite the dispute. The Portuguese Football Federation is considering disciplinary action, with potential suspensions and fines under its rules.

via BBC|

#bruno-fernandes #cristiano-ronaldo #jorge-jesus

sports16 days ago•9 min saved

Ireland-Israel Press Conference Ends in Chaos as Israeli Journalist Alleges Racism

The pre-match press conference for the Republic of Ireland’s upcoming Nations League match against Israel in Serbia ended abruptly after an Israeli journalist alleged that Irish players had used racist slurs. FAI officials intervened, stating the claim was 'completely untrue,' and physically removed the microphone from the reporter. The incident, which occurred in the quiet, rural setting of Backa Topola, escalated into a physical standoff, forcing the Irish delegation to relocate to a dressing room to finish the interview. Israeli media outlets condemned the event as 'disgraceful,' while the FAI released the full unedited footage to demonstrate the context. The tension follows a 3-0 Irish victory in Hungary and a 1-1 draw in Serbia, with both teams seeking to focus on football despite the volatile political environment.

via irishtimes.com|

#fai #heimir-hallgrimsson #israel

sports17 days ago

Fernendes urges unity as Ronaldo’s international future hangs in balance

Bruno Fernandes has called for national unity, stating that Cristiano Ronaldo remains Portugal's greatest symbol despite the striker's recent walkout from the national team camp. Ronaldo departed after coach Jorge Jesus confirmed he would not start the 41-year-old in a match against Denmark. Although Portugal won that game 4-2 without him, his future with the national team is now uncertain. Fernandes emphasized that the team remains united and urged the public to respect Ronaldo's legacy, while Jesus focused on upcoming fixtures, noting that discussions about Ronaldo would happen later.

via The Guardian|

#bruno-fernandes #cristiano-ronaldo #jorge-jesus

sports17 days ago•79 min saved

England Demolish Croatia 7-0 in Rijeka as Kane and Saka Score Twice

England delivered a dominant away performance, defeating Croatia 7-0 in the UEFA Nations League. Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each scored twice, while Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon, and Morgan Rogers also found the net. The victory secures England's position at the top of Group A3 and sets up a record-equalling appearance for Kane against Czechia.

via BBC|

#bukayo-saka #croatia #england

sports19 days ago

Ronaldo faces six-month ban after walking out on Portugal camp

Cristiano Ronaldo has walked out of the Portugal national team camp in Copenhagen, triggering a potential one-to-six-month suspension under Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) rules. The 41-year-old departed after head coach Jorge Jesus confirmed he would not start him in the upcoming Nations League match against Denmark. Jesus had previously benched Ronaldo in a 2-1 win against Norway, citing tactical reasons, which Ronaldo reportedly viewed as a humiliation. The FPF disciplinary code states that unauthorised absences from international duty result in suspension and fines ranging from 500 to 1,000 euros. Ronaldo has promised to release his side of the story, while Jesus maintains full control over squad selection.

via Goal.com|

#cristiano-ronaldo #fpf #jorge-jesus

sports19 days ago•0 min saved

Ronaldo Exits Portugal Camp After Jesus Confirms Bench Decision

Cristiano Ronaldo has left the Portugal national team training camp in Copenhagen after head coach Jorge Jesus confirmed he would not start the striker in the upcoming Nations League match against Denmark. Ronaldo, who was benched in the previous game against Norway, departed the facility immediately following Jesus’s press conference. The 41-year-old captain stated on social media that he would reveal the full reasons for his departure later, wishing his teammates luck. Jesus insisted there was no rift, attributing the situation to tactical decisions, while Ronaldo’s exit marks a significant disruption to Portugal’s squad ahead of their final Nations League fixture.

via The Guardian|

#cristiano-ronaldo #jorge-jesus #nations-league

sports21 days ago

Gordon and Kane secure 2-0 win as England overcome early struggles in Prague

England defeated Czechia 2-0 in a UEFA Nations League match in Prague, with goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane. The match was defined by a red card for Czechia's Pavel Sulc in the 23rd minute, which shifted the momentum. Manager Thomas Tuchel made notable selection choices, including starting Jude Bellingham as a substitute. While England struggled to break down a deep defensive line in the first half, they capitalized on numerical superiority in the second half. The victory sets up England's next fixture against Croatia.

via BBC|

#anthony-gordon #england #harry-kane

sports23 days ago

Ireland secures 3-0 Nations League win over Israel in neutral Hungary

The Republic of Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 in a controversial Nations League Group B3 match held at a neutral venue in Debrecen, Hungary. Goals from Troy Parrott, Adam Idah, and Jack Moylan in the first half secured the victory for Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side. The fixture was marked by significant political tension, including no handshakes between captains and Irish players bowing their heads during the Israeli anthem. This result gives Ireland their first win of the campaign, following a recent loss to Kosovo.

via BBC|

#gaza-conflict #heimir-hallgrimsson #israel