Ronaldo could line up for Portugal in November, yet his clash with coach Jorge Jesus still clouds his future. Although the disciplinary case is closed, the lingering tension may shape the next squad.
The feud blew up during September’s international break, when Ronaldo walked out of the Copenhagen camp ahead of the Nations League clash with Denmark. It followed a spat over minutes and promises the coach allegedly broke.
Frustrated after sitting out Portugal’s 2‑1 win over Norway on September 27, Ronaldo learned he would start on the bench against Denmark and quit the camp on September 30.
He later issued a long apology to fans and teammates, insisting his love for Portugal remains intact while accepting any sanctions the federation might levy.
Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal (2026)
The FPF’s disciplinary council handed down a 30‑day suspension and a €255 ($286) fine for the episode.
Suspension expires before November fixtures
Because the ban is back‑dated to the Denmark incident, Ronaldo is set to be free for the upcoming Nations League games, having already served the penalty.
Portugal will meet Denmark on November 14 before travelling to Cardiff to face Wales on November 17. His cleared status removes the disciplinary barrier to those matches.
Jesus has hinted Ronaldo could come back if he stays sharp with Al‑Nassr, and the coach, who once worked with the striker in Saudi Arabia, has downplayed the drama surrounding his exit.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus
What will determine whether Ronaldo steps back onto the pitch in November?
Even though he’s eligible again, Ronaldo isn’t guaranteed a November squad spot, according to Portuguese daily Record. In my view, Jesus should trust the veteran’s experience, but the final call rests with the coach.
The row centered on two alleged broken promises – a promised role against Norway and a pre‑match press conference agreement. Ronaldo called it an “absolute breach of trust”, while Jesus said benching a warmed‑up player is normal.
FPF president Pedro Proença believes the feud can be settled, keeping Ronaldo as a key figure in the nation’s history. His comeback would restore the record scorer and most‑capped player to the side, though the coach‑captain dynamic stays under the microscope.