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Cristiano Ronaldo included in Jorge Jesus's first Portugal squad
New manager selects 41-year-old captain for upcoming Nations League fixtures.
The short version
- New Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus selected Cristiano Ronaldo in his initial 25-man national squad.[Al Jazeera · BBC News]
- The selection ends recent speculation regarding the 41-year-old forward's immediate international retirement.[Al Jazeera · BBC News]
- Portugal will play four Nations League matches against Wales, Norway, and Denmark from September 24 to October 4.[Al Jazeera · BBC News]
Key facts
- Jorge Jesus named Cristiano Ronaldo in his first 25-man Portugal squad for Nations League matches.[Al Jazeera · BBC News]
- Jesus replaced Roberto Martinez after Martinez stepped down following Portugal's World Cup exit.[Al Jazeera · BBC News]
- Portugal's schedule includes matches against Wales, Norway, and Denmark between September 24 and October 4.[Al Jazeera · BBC News]
- Jorge Jesus previously coached Ronaldo at Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr.[BBC News]
What remains uncertain
- The exact timeline for Ronaldo's eventual international retirement remains unconfirmed.[Al Jazeera · BBC News]
Sources
Outlet counts describe coverage, not independent confirmation. Reports may share a wire service or original source.
- Ronaldo named in Jesus' first Portugal squadBBC News - Top Stories
- Ronaldo keeps Portugal place for Nations League as Jesus names first squadAl Jazeera