Ronaldo Sends Message Ahead Armenia Clash

Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has given a pep talk to his fellow players in the national team before they play a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Armenia, though he is out of the team after being suspended.

Ronaldo is also out of today’s crucial match after being given a red card in the 2-0 loss against Ireland last week, and it is essential to note that the club is trying to claim first place in their qualifying group.

Ronaldo posted on Instagram a message that led to unity, determination, and national pride. He accompanied a celebration shot of the Portugal team with the following text: Let go team! One now and ever! For Portugal and our flag!” The post spread quickly among the fans who showered appreciation on the captain on how he could still be emotionally engaged even without being present.

Midfielder Bruno Fernandes responded to the situation during a pre-match press conference, acknowledging that Ronaldo was sorry but emphasising the team’s responsibility and the need to remain calm.

It is a regular part of football to have a red card. It was the time when Cristiano responded in such a manner that it was his own grave. He understands that it was not his desire to do that, yet he has done that; hence, he realises that he has done something wrong, said Fernandes.

Another aspect that Fernandes emphasized was that the loss of Portugal to Ireland did not start after the sacking, but it was a team effort. It will not enable him to assist us tomorrow, but there remains the fact that before the red card, we were already losing the score, and that it was the tactical and mental pressure playing with ten men that added to the already existing one.