“I didn’t like it at all”: DT from Portugal disapproves of Cristiano Ronaldo’s attitude after being changed

Cristiano Ronaldo made an annoyed gesture after being changed in the match against South Korea, at the close of the group stage of the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Given this, the coach of the Portugal team, Fernando Santos, acknowledged that this did not suit him. taste “any”although he explained that the matter is already resolved.

“First, in the ‘flash’ interview, I didn’t hear anything. Later, I have seen it on television and I did not like it at all. The problems are solved internally, it’s done, everyone is focused and available for the game this Tuesday. I give eleven in the stadium. It is always so. It is a settled issue and everyone is available ”explained the technician at the press conference at the Qatar National Convention Center.

Santos also told in the press conference before the match against Switzerland that he has not spoken with Cristiano Ronaldo about his possible signing for Saudi Al Nassr, which has already closed the newspaper Marca for the next two and a half seasons. , as of January 1.

“I didn’t even know. It is his decision, but now he is focused on the World Cup and helping the team. That’s what we talk about. We have a very complicated game, between two strong teams”, declared Santos, who appealed to the “concentration” of his team to be able to win against Switzerland, after the defeat suffered on the last day against South Korea (2-1).

Who is your favorite to win the World Cup excluding Portugal? “Portugal”replied the coach, who warned of the potential of Switzerland: “It is a very competitive team, with very clear ideas. I look forward to a Switzerland like this”.

On the other hand, Santos praised Rafael Leao. “He has enormous potential and when he arrived he said so. He is going to have a very strong career, but he feels the normal difficulties of someone who plays in a club where he has some freedom. He put in a fantastic effort.”he commented.