The Spain team beat the Portugal team yesterday (Tuesday) 0:1, overtaking them on the way to the first place in the 2nd and a half finals of the Nations League.
But with all due respect to the Spanish national team, the one who stood in the spotlight was once again, Cristiano Ronaldo.
The star of the Portugal national team continued to display disappointing ability, and if that wasn't enough - he threw away the captain's armband at the final whistle, in what appeared to be an act of protest.
In Portugal he was harshly criticized, also due to his lukewarm ability.
"There is no explanation for Ronaldo starting in the Portugal national team in 2022," they wrote in the local media.
"Not as long as Rafael Lao, Pedro Neto, Joao Felix and so many other talented players are waiting. Even today he was not noticeable. At the end of the day, Ronaldo will continue to open no matter what ability he shows."
Ronaldo is frustrated, photo: Reuters
"It's because of the cowardice of Fernando Santos. But the facts are that he has no place in the squad, and he takes the place of other players who can contribute to the attack. Cristiano Ronaldo and Fernando Santos are preventing Portugal from realizing its potential, and both are here because of nostalgia that has turned into blind loyalty. It's time for a change, Although it may be too late," they added.
Fernando Santos also admitted that Ronaldo is no longer who he was.
"He had three or four great chances. Usually he makes at least one goal from them, but tonight it didn't happen. That's how it is in football - sometimes there are coincidences," said the coach.
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