Cristiano Ronaldo suspended for 30 days and fined after Portugal walkout
Cristiano Ronaldo received a 30-day suspension and a £215 fine from the Portuguese FA following his departure from the national team camp in Copenhagen.
Disciplinary council upholds charges
The federation's disciplinary council found the 41-year-old forward guilty of intentionally committing an offence under Article 160(1) of their regulations. Proceedings regarding this incident were opened on 9 October after facts were reported two days earlier.
Coach denies broken promises
Head coach Jorge Jesus stated he made no agreement with the player before the star left the squad. The disciplinary statement did not clarify if time served under a provisional suspension counts toward the final ban length.
Player seeks full punishment
Ronaldo posted a letter asking for no leniency and later apologised for leaving his teammates behind. He remains available for selection once he has completed any punishment arising from the incident.
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Cristiano Ronaldo receives 30-day suspension and £215 fine over Portugal walkout
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Ronaldo suspended for 30 days fined £215 over Portugal walkout
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