Cristiano Ronaldo has been named in the first squad selected by new Portugal coach Jorge Jesus, ending speculation about the 41-year-old's potential retirement from international football. Ronaldo's inclusion comes after he had previously refrained from confirming his future with the national team following Portugal's World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Spain in July.
Squad Details
The Al-Nassr forward is part of a 25-man group chosen for Portugal's four Nations League games scheduled between September 24 and October 4. Jesus has taken over from Roberto Martinez, who stepped down as Portugal coach after their World Cup exit. The 72-year-old coach was Ronaldo's club boss last season, during which they helped Al-Nassr win the Saudi Pro League for the first time in seven years.
Ronaldo's Future
Ronaldo, who announced that this summer's World Cup would be his last, was visibly emotional after Portugal's exit. When asked about his future with the national team, he stated:
