Portugal's national team manager, Jorge Jesus, is firmly defending his controversial choice to keep Cristiano Ronaldo off the pitch during their recent clash with Norway.
The tactical decision sparked immediate fallout, culminating in the legendary forward abruptly departing the national team's training camp following the match.
Despite the undeniable drama surrounding the superstar's early exit, Jesus has made it clear that he harbors no regrets regarding his lineup. The manager publicly stated that he fully stands by his choice to bench the veteran player for the Norway fixture, remaining steadfast in his management of the squad regardless of the high-profile backlash.