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Fernando Santos Has No Regrets On Benching Cristiano Ronaldo During FIFA World Cup 2022, Says, 'If We Won Nobody...'

Cristiano Ronaldo was benched during the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2022 and the quarterfinal match as well.

Jan 10, 2024, 17:18 PM IST

'Wrong decision', Georgina fumes at Fernando Santos for benching Cristiano Ronaldo in Portugal vs Morocco FIFA World Cup 2022 quarterfinals

The disappointment of missing out on a World Cup title was evident when Cristiano Ronaldo was seen in tears after the final whistle was blown, he walked back to the tunnel in tears

Dec 11, 2022, 16:21 PM IST

Did Cristiano Ronaldo threaten to leave Portugal team? FPF breaks silence on superstar's controversy with coach Fernando Santos - FIFA World Cup 2022

Portugal coach Fernando Santos wanted a team "playing with a lot of fluidity" against Switzerland and that invariably meant leaving the 37-year-old Ronaldo, the player with more goals (118) than anyone in men's international football on the bench.

Dec 08, 2022, 20:08 PM IST

'What a SHAME', Cristiano Ronaldo's gf Georgina takes HUGE dig at Portugal coach, check here

Fernando Santos did clear up the air about his relationship taking a swing with the Cristiano Ronaldo after dropping him

Dec 07, 2022, 16:49 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2022: Cristiano Ronaldo cuts forlorn figure after being DROPPED against Switzerland

Cristiano Ronaldo congratulated Gonçalo Ramos at midfield at the end of the game against Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup 2022 Round of 16, then walked toward the Portugal section of fans and briefly clapped in their direction. 

Dec 07, 2022, 09:08 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2022: Cristiano Ronaldo replacement Goncalo Ramos hattrick powers Portugal to 6-1 win over Switzerland into quarterfinals, WATCH

After Cristiano Ronaldo was dropped from the starting lineup in a bold call by Portugal coach Fernando Santos, Goncalo Ramos made himself an instant star by leading the team to a 6-1 win over Switzerland and into the FIFA World Cup 2022 quarterfinals.

Dec 07, 2022, 07:16 AM IST

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal book FIFA World Cup 2022 berth thanks to Bruno Fernandes brace vs North Macedonia, WATCH

Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring 30 minutes into the first half after intercepting a pass by his best friend, North Macedonia captain Stefan Ristovski, working a great one-two with Cristiano Ronaldo before whipping his shot past the goalkeeper. 

Mar 30, 2022, 06:51 AM IST

Portugal coach ducks questions on Ronaldo's international future

 Portugal have continued to flourish without their most capped player and record scorer, leading observers to wonder how much he is needed. 

Nov 20, 2018, 10:13 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: It's not just Cristiano Ronaldo playing Iran, Portuguese coach Fernando Santos says

Portugal has relied heavily on Cristiano Ronaldo so far in Russia. He has scored all of their four goals, including a hat-trick in the 3-3 draw against Spain.

Jun 25, 2018, 12:14 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Ronaldo ageing like 'port wine'

Five days after his hat-trick rescued Portugal in an opening 3-3 draw against Spain, Ronaldo's fourth-minute header clinched a 1-0 victory over Morocco.

Jun 21, 2018, 10:33 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Portugal coach Fernando Santos foresees difficult match against Morocco

Santos said he hoped that Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo, who had a hat trick against Spain, will show the same form against Morocco.

Jun 20, 2018, 11:18 AM IST

Portugal coach Fernando Santos undecided on line-up for FIFA World Cup opener

Lisbon: Portugal national football team coach Fernando Santos has said he is still uncertain about the line-up for his side`s FIFA World Cup opener against Spain.

Jun 07, 2018, 13:21 PM IST

Portugal coach Fernando Santos still has doubts over starting lineup

 Portugal coach Fernando Santos still has a lot of doubts about the team he will field in their opening World Cup match against neighbours Spain.

Jun 07, 2018, 09:22 AM IST

Leicester City's Claudio Ranieri pips Zinedine Zidane to win FIFA best men`s coach award

Under Ranieri`s leadership, Leicester pulled off a shocker and defy title odds of 5,000-1 to lift the Premier League trophy.

 

 

Jan 10, 2017, 09:43 AM IST

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo named best player, Fernando Santos best manager at Globe Soccer Awards

Ronaldo claimed award after helping his country land their first major title at this year`s European Championship and firing Real to a record 11th European Cup triumph.

Dec 28, 2016, 09:30 AM IST

Injured Cristiano Ronaldo absent from Portugal squad for World Cup 2018 qualifying round

Portugal beat France 1-0 in the European Championship final thanks to a goal in extra time by Lille forward Eder.

Aug 26, 2016, 18:34 PM IST

Euro 2016 Final: VIDEO - Eder's sensational extra-time goal against France makes him an overnight star

Eder came in the 79th minute and struck the winner with a venomous long-range strike in the 109th minute.

Jul 11, 2016, 10:15 AM IST

Football: Portugal coach defends Alves tough tactics

Portugal coach Fernando Santos leaped to the defence of hard man Bruno Alves.

Jun 14, 2016, 02:14 AM IST

EURO 2016: Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal a terrorist target, claims coach

Portugal start their campaign against Iceland in Saint-Etienne on June 14 in a Group F match.

Jun 03, 2016, 07:15 AM IST