Portugal coach Jorge Jesus says he knew nothing of Ronaldo's retirement

Punch reported that Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said he was unaware of Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to retire from international football until it was announced publicly. Naija News noted Jesus and former player Nani paid tribute to Ronaldo after the retirement announcement. NotjustOk added that Jesus revealed he had asked Ronaldo to continue playing before the forward announced his retirement on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Daily Post quoted Jesus saying he had no choice but to accept the 41-year-old's decision.

What we know

• Jorge Jesus said he learned of Ronaldo's retirement only after the public announcement
• Ronaldo announced his retirement on Thursday, November 5, 2026
• Jesus and former international Luis Nani paid tribute to Ronaldo
• Jesus revealed he had asked Ronaldo to stay before the announcement
• Jesus is 41-year-old and plays for Al-Nassr

Why it matters: Ronaldo announced his retirement on Thursday, November 5, 2026.

Sources

1. Portugal coach pays tribute to Ronaldo after retirement – Punch, 5 Nov 2026
2. Jorge Jesus, Nani Pay Tribute To Ronaldo After Portugal Retirement Decision – Naija News, 5 Nov 2026
3. Jorge Jesus Reacts to Cristiano Ronaldo's International Retirement – NotjustOk, 5 Nov 2026
4. What I told Cristiano Ronaldo before he retired - Portugal coach Jorge Jesus – Daily Post, 6 Nov 2026
5. I tried to persuade Cristiano Ronaldo against Portugal retirement - Portugal coach Jorge Jesus – Linda Ikeji's Blog, 6 Nov 2026
6. I knew nothing about Ronaldo’s retirement — Portugal coach – Punch, 6 Nov 2026
7. Jorge Jesus Says He Was Unaware Of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Retirement – Naija News, 6 Nov 2026
8. I Knew Nothing About Ronaldo’s Retirement — Portugal Coach Jesus – Complete Sports, 7 Nov 2026
9. Portugal: Jesus names seven new players in first squad after Ronaldo’s retirement – The Sun, 7 Nov 2026

Updates

• 7 Nov, 08:00 WAT – Now also reported by The Sun
• 7 Nov, 07:45 WAT – Story published - 6 outlets

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