Portugal captain avoids heavier ban after first ever crimson card in 226 worldwide look
Ronaldo cleared to play World Cup 2026 opener
Cristiano Ronaldo has been cleared to function in Portugal’s opening match on the 2026 FIFA World Cup after FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee confirmed that his punishment for latest crimson card shall be 1 match suspension solely.. with two further sport suspended, depending on future behaviour.
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Ronaldo was despatched off within the conflict towards Eire throughout the penultimate spherical of World Cup qualifying sparking fears that he might face 2 and even 3 match ban on the finals.
In accordance with the ruling, FIFA thought-about the 40 12 months previous captain’s impeccable disciplinary historical past.. this being the primary crimson card of his Portugal profession in 226 worldwide look.
The committee subsequently imposed:
1 match ban (served in Portugal’s match vs Armenia)
2 match suspended, utilized provided that Ronaldo commits one other severe offence
Portugal sealed qualification in his absence beating Armenia to substantiate their place on the 2026 World Cup below Roberto Martinez.
Ronaldo’s last World Cup mission
The World Cup stays the one main trophy lacking from Ronaldo’s worldwide cupboard. He has gained:
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With the 2026 match hosted throughout the US, Canada and Mexico, Ronaldo is anticipated to steer Portugal on what could also be his last try to seize the game’s final prize.