Former Portugal midfielder Jose Luis Vidigal has criticised Cristiano Ronaldo’s explanation for leaving the national team camp, insisting the attacker’s statement failed to justify his actions during the recent fallout with head coach Jorge Jesus.
The controversy erupted during Portugal’s UEFA Nations League campaign in the recent international break when Cristiano Ronaldo parted with the group ahead of the clash with Denmark. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner later revealed why he made the decision, explaining that Jesus had gone back on promises regarding his playing time and a planned public explanation.
