Portugal coach, Fernando Santos has decided to ignore reports on Cristiano Ronaldo’s performance in a 0-0 draw against Ukraine three days ago.
Ronaldo made his international comeback as Portugal were held in their opening Euro 2020 qualifier in Lisbon.
Fernando revealed there was no point talking about the former Real Madrid star’s performance, insisting his focus was on the entire team.
His words, “It is not the solution not to be in Cristiano’s head – with Cristiano or without Cristiano,”
“What matters is Portugal and Portugal didn’t win. The players are not satisfied.
“They obviously have big experience as they play in big clubs, but they are dissatisfied, which is obviously normal.
“But now we have to think about the next game. And even with Cristiano or without Cristiano. This isn’t the point.
“We have to think about the collective moment of the team and don’t focus on the question of having or not having Cristiano to play.”
Portugal continue their Group B campaign when they host Serbia on Monday.
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