Portuguese Federation Suspends Cristiano Ronaldo and Opens Disciplinary Investigation
Ronaldo temporarily suspended and investigated for leaving the training camp.
Translated by Qiyas from سرمد — Original source
The Portuguese Football Federation has temporarily suspended Cristiano Ronaldo pending the conclusion of an investigation and a final decision regarding the incident of his departure from the senior national team camp.
In a statement, the federation announced that disciplinary proceedings were opened on October 9, 2026, to investigate the facts reported on October 7, with the case classified as urgent.
The federation clarified that Ronaldo, aged 41, was already subject to an automatic temporary suspension prior to the opening of disciplinary proceedings, noting that the case was referred today to its disciplinary investigation committee.
This follows Ronaldo’s public apology for leaving the Portuguese national team camp and his expressed willingness to accept any sanctions.
