Cristiano Ronaldo has received a 30-day suspension and a €255 fine from the Portuguese Football Federation following his departure from Portugal’s national football team camp. The decision has sparked mixed reactions among football fans on X, with many questioning the relatively small financial penalty.
Football journalist Fabrizio Romano shared the announcement on X, explaining that Ronaldo had suggested punishment himself after apologizing for the incident.
“OFFICIAL: Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for 30 days plus fined for €255,” Romano wrote. “The decision has been made by Portugal Federation after he left the national team’s camp in Denmark. Cristiano himself had suggested a punishment after apologizing for that.”
The announcement quickly attracted attention, with fans debating the punishment and Ronaldo’s response to the disciplinary action.
One fan joked about the financial penalty, writing, “The fine is too cheap 😹”
Another supporter praised Ronaldo for accepting responsibility and suggesting a punishment himself. “He suggested the punishment himself and they basically just nodded. Respect for that at least. 🫡❤️”
A third fan highlighted the financial contrast between the fine and Ronaldo’s earnings, commenting, “Money he made in less than a minute 😭”
One user reacted, saying, “He’d have made that €255 in the same amount of time it took to read this ffs.”
A fan shared Google AI data about Ronaldo’s earnings and wrote, “He makes $7500 per second. Think he’s good mate”
One user wrote, “I believe the punishment is just for formalities. Both the timeline and fees can be met easily without any major implications. However, I am glad there was at least some punishment to ensure that the Federation will not tolerate indiscipline, even from a legend.”
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal dispute raises questions about his future
The suspension follows tensions surrounding Ronaldo’s role under Portugal manager Jorge Jesus. The dispute reportedly intensified after Ronaldo was left on the bench during Portugal’s 2-1 victory over Norway in September.
Ronaldo subsequently left the national team’s camp in Denmark ahead of another international fixture. He later apologized publicly while expressing frustration over the handling of his role within the squad.
The Portuguese federation reviewed the incident before announcing the disciplinary decision on October 19. The suspension was backdated to October 10, meaning it is scheduled to expire in early November.
At 41, Ronaldo remains an important figure for Portugal, but the episode highlights the challenges surrounding his international future. His relationship with Jesus will likely attract further attention as the next international fixtures approach.
For now, fan reactions show that the punishment has become another major talking point surrounding one of football’s most recognizable players.
