With Cristiano Ronaldo at the moment caught in controversy on account of a bombshell interview with Piers Morgan, the Portugal captain has acquired some much-needed assist from teammates Joao Mario and Bruno Fernandes. The veteran attacker had a clumsy alternate with Manchester United teammate Fernandes, who was filmed strolling into the Portugal dressing room earlier than coaching for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022. The incident occured after the Morgan interview and Fernandes could be seen hesitating at first to greet Ronaldo, after which shakes his hand, whereas additionally they alternate some phrases.
Since then the video has gone viral on social media, with many followers, specialists mentioning the frosty interplay between the duo. Not too long ago, the duo’s Portugal teammate Joao Mario tried to clear the alleged feud and gave a proof. Talking to reporters, he mentioned, “I used to be within the locker room at that second, I noticed footage. It was a joke between them as a result of Bruno was one of many final to reach and Cristiano requested if he had come by boat. It was a joke between them, they play collectively.”
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In the meantime, Fernandes additionally determined to lastly react to the state of affairs and shared a photograph of Mario’s press convention on his Instagram Story. He additionally wrote, “There you might be, ruining the covers of newspapers”.
Throughout his interview with Morgan, Ronaldo additionally lashed out at United supervisor Erik Ten Hag and revealed that he felt ‘betrayed’. “Manchester United tried to power me out”, he mentioned.
“Not solely the supervisor, however the different two or three guys who’re across the membership [at the senior executive level]. I felt betrayed. I do not care, individuals ought to hearken to the reality. Sure, I felt betrayed. I really feel that some individuals did not need me right here, not solely this 12 months however final season too”, he additional added.
The FIFA World Cup begins on November 20, with Qatar going through Ecuador within the opener. In the meantime, Portugal, who’re in Group H, will open their marketing campaign on November 25 towards Ghana, adopted by their subsequent match vs Uruguay on November 29. Their last Group H fixture shall be on December 2 towards South Korea and Ronaldo shall be eyeing for Portugal’s first-ever World Cup trophy.