Cristiano Ronaldo will rejoin Portugal's national team during November's international break, federation president Pedro Proença confirmed on Saturday, despite disciplinary proceedings opened against the Al-Nassr forward. The Portuguese Football Federation's disciplinary council launched an investigation into Ronaldo's departure from the team camp ahead of last month's Denmark fixture, issuing a provisional suspension while the case remains under review.
Proença moved quickly to signal unity around the 39-year-old's return, stating that the federation, coaching staff, and squad are aligned on bringing him back. "The federation, the coach and all of Ronaldo's teammates are of one mind, we want Ronaldo back," Proença said in comments confirmed by journalist Fabrizio Romano. The federation chief added confidence in the timeline, declaring: "I expect Ronaldo to return during the international break next November, and he is also eager to return, he is the best player of all time."
Nations League Push and Quarter-Final Qualification
Portugal face a critical pair of UEFA Nations League fixtures next month that will complete their group stage campaign. The team hosts Denmark on November 14th before travelling to Wales three days later. Although qualification for the knockout stages is already secure—Portugal sit atop their group with 12 points from four victories—the matches offer a chance to consolidate their standing ahead of the quarter-finals.
The timing of Proença's statement suggests the federation intends to resolve the disciplinary matter swiftly. Reports have circulated about potential bans ranging from one month to six months, yet the federation's desire to integrate Ronaldo immediately into November preparations indicates confidence in a lighter sanction or early reinstatement. The Portuguese captain remains determined to contribute to the national team's ambitions as they pursue silverware in the Nations League.
