Portugal boss Jorge Jesus has explained how the national team's leadership group will be structured following Cristiano Ronaldo's international retirement. With Ronaldo stepping down after 23 record-breaking years, Jesus confirmed that the armband will be decided strictly by international appearances.
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has opened up on Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to retire from international football, revealing he had no prior knowledge of the announcement. Addressing media speculation, Jesus denied any friction with the 41-year-old icon while urging the nation to focus on the future.
Denmark head coach Brian Riemer has opened up on the difficult decision to omit Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen from his latest squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. The center-back remains sidelined with a persistent thigh issue, leaving the national team to look elsewhere for defensive stability.
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has announced his 28-man squad for the final UEFA Nations League group matches against Denmark and Wales. The selection features seven new faces and absolute debuts for FC Porto right-back Alberto Costa and Monza in-form forward Gustavo Varela.
The tournament might not kick-off for the best part of two years, but the extended international break offered some early clues as to how the challengers are shaping up