Portugal manager reveals he planned to recall Ronaldo before retirement
Portugal manager Jorge Jesus said on 6 November that he had been prepared to recall Cristiano Ronaldo for the November squad, but after the forward announced his retirement he instead unveiled a roster featuring seven newcomers. Ronaldo announced his retirement on 3 November, ending a 23-year international career that produced 146 goals in 234 appearances, after a dispute with Jesus over his role in the team.