The win comes after Ronaldo walked out of the training camp on Wednesday after being informed by coach Jorge Jesus that he would not start the match. Tensions had escalated following a match against Norway where the 41 year old spent all 90 minutes on the bench, prompting an emergency trip by federation president Pedro Proença to mediate. Although his future with the national team remains uncertain, Ronaldo has stated he will eventually reveal the truth to the Portuguese public regarding his exit.
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Portugal Beats Denmark 4-2 With Rafael Leao in No 7 Jersey
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The Portuguese squad competed in a UEFA Nations League fixture in Copenhagen on Thursday without their longtime captain. Portugal defeated Denmark 4-2, with Rafael Leão moving from jersey number 17 to No 7 to fill the vacancy left by Cristiano Ronaldo. The shift was required by UEFA regulations that mandate squads occupy every number from 1 to 23, while Fábio Silva took over the No 17 shirt previously worn by Leão.
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