This Tuesday, Fernando Santos made a surprising choice in his starting lineup. Against Switzerland, the Portugal coach put Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench. A new controversy then broke out after the match. Fernando Santos then wanted to justify his choice. Pepe also opened up on this topic.
This Tuesday, the Portugal won easily against Switzerland (6-1) and earned the ticket for the quarterfinals of the world Cup. The Selection he will object Morocco this Saturday. But while waiting for the meeting, a new controversy broke out Portugal and it concerns Cristiano Ronaldo. Against the Swiss, Fernando Santo favorite Goncalo Ramos to the 37-year-old forward in his starting XI. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner and captain of the selection then started the game on the bench. Not a unanimous decision Portugaldespite the great success of the men of Fernando Santo without Cristiano Ronaldo.
“He set the example of a captain”
The coach of Portugal then justified his choice after the match. » Cristiano and Ramos are different players. No problem with the captain of the national team. We have been friends for many years. He gave the example of a captain ” has explained Fernando Santo. And he wasn’t…
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