“Ronaldo may return to the national team in November without exceptions.”

Pedro Proença lifted the veil on the possible reintegration of Cristiano Ronaldo into the National Team, after the captain left the training camp due to dissatisfaction with the coach's instructions. The president of the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) revealed that both he and coach Jorge Jesus, as well as the players, want to see Ronaldo back in November. “This brings together the Federation, the president of the FPF, the coach, the captain, and the players. Everyone, without exception, wants to be together again in November,” Proença stated, following the confirmation that the Disciplinary Council is treating the case urgently.

In November, Portugal will play two important matches, one against Wales and another against Denmark, already having qualified for the quarter-finals of the Nations League. This scenario could open the door for players who have had less playing time, like Ronaldo, to have their opportunity to shine. However, the impact of the captain's recent actions and his statements have been the subject of intense discussions, raising questions about the nature of the punishment that may be applied, even though it has not yet been decided.

Cristiano Ronaldo returned to the pitch last Friday, where he scored the goal he was missing while playing for Al Nassr, bringing his total to 20 goals. This achievement was widely celebrated on the FPF's social media, contrasting with the situation of Samu Costa, who also scored in the same match but did not receive the same visibility. This contrast raises questions about the equality of treatment within the National Team, as Ronaldo's notoriety seems to prevail even under controversial circumstances.

Proença appealed for “calm” during this delicate moment, stating that communication with the press will be more open. However, his call for calm raises questions about whether this tranquility also applies to Jorge Jesus, who will return to press conferences in November without a clear roadmap, and to Ronaldo, whose supporters' criticisms of the coach's management have generated tension. The question remains: is this calm valid for everyone, without exception, or only for some? The coming weeks will be crucial to clarify the situation and define Ronaldo's future with the national team.