Bruno Fernandes understands if Cristiano is bothered by being a substitute: “I would get angry”

The Portugal team thrashed Switzerland 6-1 and advanced to the quarterfinals of the Qatar 2022 World Cup, but a fact that drew attention: Cristiano Ronaldo was not part of the starting team. After remaining as a substitute, some images were published about the discomfort of the scorer, although Bruno Fernandes assured that this feeling is normal.

The Manchester United midfielder spoke at a press conference after the World Cup match and tried to put himself in the place of the Portuguese captain. “If the coach left me on the bench in the next game, I would be angry”the 28-year-old footballer began before the media.

“Do you think anyone likes being on the bench? I don’t think Cristiano is happy”added Bruno. Quickly, Fernandes also indicated that ‘CR7’ not only focuses on his personal activity, but tries to collaborate to achieve the collective goal that the Portuguese team is looking for.

“Cristiano Ronaldo is doing his job, he’s doing his part, he’s happy with the result because everyone’s goal is to go as far as possible”highlighted the midfielder, who is excited about lifting the cup in Qatar 2022.

In this sense, Fernando Santos, DT of Portugal, highlighted the position of ‘CR7’ when he found out that he would be a substitute against Switzerland. “We talked before the game and he didn’t care about my decision. He is the captain, there is no problem, we have been friends for many years. Cristiano is an example”the coach said.

When is Portugal vs. Morocco?

The match Portugal vs. Morocco, for the quarterfinals of the Qatar 2022 World Cup, will be held next Saturday, December 10 (10:00 am Peruvian time), at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha. The winner will access the semifinals and will measure forces with the winner of England vs. France.