Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended from the national team following his departure from a training camp in Copenhague on September 30, 2026. The suspension comes after a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus, who left Ronaldo on the bench during the previous match. Ronaldo's actions have sparked a disciplinary process, with the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) set to determine the severity of the suspension.
According to the FPF's disciplinary regulations, Ronaldo's absence or abandonment of the team automatically triggers a suspension. Article 160 of the regulations states that a player who abandons the team faces a preventive suspension, with a definitive sanction ranging from one to six months and a fine of approximately 500 to 1,000 euros.
Gonçalo Almeida, a jurist and judge at the FIFA football tribunal, confirmed that Ronaldo is already suspended from participating in or representing the national team. Almeida stated that the FPF's Disciplinary Council can act without a formal complaint, given that the facts are public. Ronaldo will be notified to explain his actions, and a decision is expected soon.
The Disciplinary Council may also consider mitigating circumstances, such as Ronaldo's lack of previous disciplinary issues and his dedication to the national team. As captain, Ronaldo's actions may be considered an aggravating factor, but Almeida noted that his services to the team and absence of a disciplinary record could lead to a reduced sentence.
In a statement on social media, Ronaldo promised to explain his reasons for leaving the training camp in due course. On Tuesday, he released a communiqué stating his willingness to serve a suspension. Almeida believes that the FPF has no interest in prolonging the suspension, given Ronaldo's importance to the team.
The FPF's Disciplinary Council is expected to make a swift decision, with Almeida suggesting that the suspension could be reduced to a minimum of one month and 510 euros. If the sentence is reduced, Ronaldo may be available for the next international window.
The incident has raised questions about Ronaldo's future with the national team, and the FPF's handling of the situation. As one of the most high-profile players in Portuguese football, Ronaldo's suspension has significant implications for the team's performance and his own career.
Key points
- - Cristiano Ronaldo faces a possible one to six month suspension from the Portugal national team - The suspension was triggered by Ronaldo's departure from a training camp in Copenhague on September 30, 2026 - The FPF's Disciplinary Council is expected to make a swift decision on the severity of the suspension
