Ronaldo given 30-day ban after leaving Portugal camp amid rift with coach Jesus Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for 30 days by the Portuguese Football Federation after leaving the national team camp following a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over his role in the squad. Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo has been given a 30-day suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation after he left the national team camp following a rift with coach Jorge Jesus over his role in the squad. The federation's disciplinary council announced the ban on Monday, October 19, 2026. It upheld the charge against the 41-year-old forward in full and imposed a fine of 255 euros, about 285.83 US dollars. The dispute arose earlier this month when Ronaldo left Portugal's base in Copenhagen before their Nations League match against Denmark. He had accused Jesus of twice breaking his word about his role after being an unused substitute against Norway.Jesus Denies Agreement With RonaldoJesus denied making any agreement with Ronaldo, but he left the door open for the player's return following Portugal's 2-1 win over Denmark. The federation's non-professional section found Ronaldo had intentionally committed an offense under Article 160 of the disciplinary regulations. Proceedings were opened on October 9 over facts reported two days earlier.The disciplinary council's statement did not specify which matches or activities the suspension would cover, or whether time already served under a provisional suspension would count toward the 30-day sanction. Ronaldo later apologized for failing to acknowledge supporters after the Norway match and for leaving his teammates. He said he remained available for selection after serving any punishment arising from the incident.FA President Wants Ronaldo ReturnPortuguese FA president Pedro Proenca has said everyone within the federation wanted Ronaldo to return to the national team once the matter was resolved. Ronaldo was seen applauding fans before Portugal's Nations League match against Wales in Lisbon on September 24, 2026, according to an Associated Press photo by Armando Franca. The suspension adds a new chapter to the standoff between the veteran forward and his national team coach.The 30-day ban means Ronaldo will miss upcoming national team activities unless the federation clarifies otherwise. The case has drawn widespread attention in Portugal and beyond, given Ronaldo's long career and profile. Portugal won the match against Denmark 2-1 after Ronaldo's departure. The team has continued its Nations League campaign while the disciplinary process unfolded.Ronaldo Seeks Selection After BanThe federation has not said whether Ronaldo can return to the squad immediately after the ban ends. Proenca's comments suggest the door remains open for a return once the suspension is served. Ronaldo's apology addressed both his failure to acknowledge supporters after the Norway match and his decision to leave his teammates. He has expressed a willingness to be available for selection again after the punishment.The disciplinary ruling brings a temporary end to the immediate dispute, though questions remain about Ronaldo's future with the national team. The federation's decision to impose the full 30-day ban signals it took the matter seriously. Reporting by Fernando Kallas. Editing by Christian Radnedge. Photo by Armando Franca for the Associated Press.