Cristiano Ronaldo Joins Portugal Squad Under Jorge Jesus

Cristiano Ronaldo has been included in the 25-man squad for the Portugal national team by new head coach Jorge Jesus, marking the end of uncertainty regarding the 41-year-old's international career. Ronaldo had not confirmed his future with the national team following Portugal's World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Spain in July, where he expressed emotional distress.

Jesus, who replaced Roberto Martinez after the World Cup, previously worked with Ronaldo at Al-Nassr during the last season. Ronaldo had announced that the 2026 World Cup would be his last, but his inclusion in the squad suggests he may continue to represent Portugal.

The squad will participate in four Nations League matches between September 24 and October 4, 2026, starting with a home game against Wales. Other notable players in the squad include Manchester United's Diogo Dalot and Bruno Fernandes, Manchester City's Ruben Dias, and Chelsea's Pedro Neto.