The Portuguese Football Federation has suspended Cristiano Ronaldo for 30 days and fined him 255 euros after he left the national team’s training camp in Denmark without authorization.
The 41-year-old striker has faced disciplinary action from the Portuguese Football Federation following an incident during the Portugal national team’s most recent training camp.
According to the published statement, the disciplinary committee has concluded its investigation into the case, considering the player’s departure without the required permission a breach of the team’s internal rules. As a result, the Portuguese star has been handed a 30-day suspension, along with a fine of 255 euros.
The incident is reported to have occurred on the eve of an important match in Denmark, following alleged disagreements between Ronaldo and the coaching staff. However, the full circumstances of the incident have not been made public.
The decision represents an unusual development for one of the most important figures in the history of Portuguese football, who has been a symbol of the national team for more than two decades.
Cristiano Ronaldo made his debut for Portugal in 2003 and has set numerous records with the national team, both for the number of appearances and goals scored. He was one of the key figures in Portugal’s triumph at the 2016 European Championship and the 2019 UEFA Nations League.