‘Our captain’: Portugal FA chief backs Cristiano Ronaldo’s return for second time

Portugal FA president Pedro Proença has backed Cristiano Ronaldo’s return despite his provisional suspension following a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo has pledged to accept any punishment while reaffirming his commitment to Portugal. With Nations League fixtures against Denmark and Wales scheduled for November, the upcoming squad announcement could determine the next chapter of his international career.

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