Cristiano Ronaldo in ‘spectacular shape’ ahead of World Cup, according to Portugal teammate Ruben Neves

Ronaldo ready for World Cup insists NevesPortuguese striker has been in the headlines recentlyNeves says atmosphere of the team is still good

WHAT HAPPENED? Ronaldo has dominated the headlines this week after a stunning interview with Piers Morgan aired in which he attacked Manchester United and many people associated with the club. It had been suggested that this could destabilise Portugal’s World Cup preparations, but that hasn’t been the case according to teammate Neves.

WHAT HE SAID: Talking to reporters in Qatar, Neves said: “From what I’ve seen in training, he’s in spectacular shape. He doesn’t worry us at all, we as a team know perfectly well what we need to work on so that each individual stands out on gameday. If we are good as a team Cristiano will be phenomenal.”

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Neves also insisted that the atmosphere around the camp is positive. Bruno Fernandes seemed to snub Ronaldo’s handshake when he arrived earlier this week, suggesting there may be tension between the pair. Fernandes has since said it was all a joke and there is no animosity between them despite the explosive interview.

AND WHAT’S MORE: Ronaldo missed Portugal’s warm-up game against Nigeria on Thursday, but was involved in team training on Saturday as he and his teammates gear up for the start of the World Cup.

IN TWO PHOTOS:

WHAT NEXT FOR RONALDO & PORTUGAL? Although the World Cup kicks off on Sunday, Portugal are not in action until November 24, when they face Ghana in their opening group game.

Related Post
Share
Published by

Recent Posts

‘I gave it my all, I have no regrets’ – Ugo Humbert after Paris Masters loss

Ugo Humbert was proud of himself after suffering a straight-set loss against Alexander Zverev in… Read More

November 4, 2024

JJ Redick says Lakers first half vs. Raptors was ‘best half’ of season

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick tipped his team’s first half against the Toronto… Read More

November 4, 2024

Bruno Fernandes apologised to Erik ten Hag after Man United sack

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has revealed he apologised to Erik Ten Hag after the… Read More

November 4, 2024

Malvika Bansod Finishes Runner-Up at Hylo Open 2024, Falling to Denmark’s Mia Blichfeldt in Finals

India’s Malvika Bansod concluded an impressive campaign at the Hylo Open 2024 badminton tournament with… Read More

November 4, 2024

Wriddhiman Saha Announces Retirement, Set to Bid Farewell After Final Ranji Trophy Season

Veteran Indian wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket at… Read More

November 4, 2024

Ajaraie’s Brace and Fernandez’s Late Strike Lead NorthEast United to 3-2 Victory Over Odisha FC

In a nail-biting Indian Super League (ISL) clash on Sunday, NorthEast United FC emerged victorious… Read More

November 4, 2024