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Portugal to Honor Ronaldo: Squad to Wear No. 7 Shirts, Game to Pause in Seventh Minute
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What Happened?
Portugal will pay tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo during their UEFA Nations League match against Denmark. The entire squad will wear No. 7 shirts, and the game will pause in the seventh minute for applause.
Key points
- Portugal's tribute to Ronaldo follows his retirement announcement on November 5.
- The Portuguese Football Federation approved the tribute during a meeting with key officials.
- Supporters will applaud Ronaldo during a pause in the seventh minute of the match.
- Ronaldo's attendance at the match remains unconfirmed.
- He retired with 146 goals in 234 appearances, making him the leading scorer in men's international football.
Key insights
- The tribute reflects the deep respect for Ronaldo's legacy in Portuguese football.
- Future leadership roles may shift to players like Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva.
- Ronaldo's retirement marks a significant transition for the national team.
Why it matters
This tribute allows fans and players to honor Ronaldo's significant contributions to Portuguese football.
Entities
Cristiano Ronaldo· PersonPortugal· CountryDenmark· CountryUEFA Nations League· Event
Source
Times of India
