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The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) on Thursday denied Cristiano Ronaldo threatened to abandon the World Cup squad after being benched against Switzerland. | Sport24news

The 37-year-old striker was surprisingly dropped for the last 16 clash on Tuesday, with his replacement Goncalo Ramos netting a hat-trick in the 6-1 victory.

"The FPF clarifies that at no time did the captain of the Selecao, Cristiano Ronaldo, threaten to leave the national team during the stay in Qatar," said the federation. The FPF said Ronaldo's appearance against Switzerland was a further demonstration of his commitment to the cause.

 

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Sport24news We no. It dont matter what you want us no or believe. Good luck Portugal.

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