Ronaldo suspended for 30 days and fined for walking out on Portugal camp

Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for 30 days by the Portuguese Football Association and fined €255 ($285) after he left Portugal's national team camp in Copenhagen following a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over his playing time. The incident occurred ahead of a Nations League match against Denmark, where Ronaldo accused Jesus of breaking promises regarding his role in the lineup. Although Jesus denied making such agreements, he did leave room for Ronaldo’s return once this issue was resolved.

The Portuguese Football Federation's disciplinary council upheld charges under Article 160(1) of their regulations and imposed the punishment on October 9. Ronaldo had already apologized for leaving without acknowledging supporters after Portugal’s match against Norway, where he was an unused substitute despite playing in a previous game against Wales. The federation did not specify which matches or activities the suspension would cover nor clarify whether any provisional ban time served previously counts toward the full sanction.

Despite the fine being substantial for most individuals, given Ronaldo's earnings from his current Al-Nassr contract and extensive sponsorships with brands like Nike and Herbalife, it represents only a fraction of his income. For context, Forbes estimated Ronaldo’s net worth at $1.2 billion in 2024.