Portugal suspend Cristiano Ronaldo after walking out on national team

According to The Guardian, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) has provisionally suspended Cristiano Ronaldo following his decision to walk out on the Portugal national team. The federation also announced that disciplinary proceedings have been opened against the veteran forward.

Ronaldo, 41, issued an apology to supporters on Tuesday, but also used the statement to criticise head coach Jorge Jesus. He added that he is prepared to serve any suspension that may be imposed as a result of the disciplinary process.

The move adds to a series of public disagreements between Ronaldo and the coaching staff, which have been closely watched given the player's status as Portugal’s most capped and highest‑scoring footballer. The federation said it will assess the situation in line with its regulations and will communicate any final decision in due course.

Portugal will continue its preparations for upcoming fixtures while the disciplinary matter is resolved, and fans can follow related match highlights on this site.