Elma Aveiro Questions Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal Future

Elma Aveiro, the sister of Cristiano Ronaldo, has raised concerns regarding his future with the Portugal national football team, stating that a return is "more likely a no than a yes." Her comments were made during a book launch on Wednesday, following Ronaldo's abrupt departure from the Nations League squad. This exit occurred after he was named among the substitutes in Portugal's 2-1 victory over Norway, leading to a disagreement with manager Jorge Jesus.

Despite Ronaldo's nearly 2,000-word statement suggesting he had not closed the door on international football, Aveiro's outlook remains pessimistic. She also expressed frustration over the perceived lack of appreciation for Ronaldo's contributions to the national team.

The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed that an automatic suspension was in effect due to Ronaldo's departure, but he is expected to be eligible for selection for Portugal's November fixtures. In his absence, Portugal has secured wins against Denmark and Norway.