‘It’s a shame to humiliate a man who has given so much.’ Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister has accused Portugal boss Fernando Santos of trying to “humiliate” the 37-year-old. Ronaldo started on the bench in the 6-1 win against Switzerland on Tuesday night as his replacement Gonçalo Ramos seized his opportunity by scoring a hat trick. But Elma […]

3 years ago

“Do you think anyone likes to be on the bench?” Bruno Fernandes has came out in defence of Cristiano Ronaldo, and admits that he too would be angry if he was benched by the manager. Ronaldo was dropped by Fernando Santos in Portugal’s last 16 tie against Switzerland, making it the first time he has […]

3 years ago

“I never confuse the human and personal aspect with the coach and player relationship.” Portugal boss Fernando Santos decided to drop Cristiano Ronaldo to the bench for their World Cup last 16 tie with Switzerland. Ronaldo had started all three of Portugal’s games so far in the tournament, scoring once in the opening game from […]

3 years ago

As far as Cristiano Ronaldo’s concerned, the whole thing’s gone a little bit crazy. Need proof? What about the birds-eye picture taken before Portugal’s clash with Switzerland when, in a landslide of about 50 photographers, almost every single one of them is focusing not on the pitch, but on the man on the bench? He […]

3 years ago

One normal day of Cristiano Ronaldo. Portugal boss Fernando Santos has refused to confirm if Cristiano Ronaldo will captain the side against Switzerland after being left unimpressed by his recent behaviour. Ronaldo reacted angrily after being substituted in the defeat to South Korea. While walking off the pitch, the 37-year-old put his finger to his […]

3 years ago

He was furious

8 years ago