Since Portugal’s match against the Czech Republic at the weekend, the local media has been going pretty heavy on Cristiano Ronaldo.
With the Manchester United star unable to impress for the national team, despite their 4-0 win, there have been lots of stories wondering if he should continue having the status and importance he holds in the squad.
But there are also those who, of course, now come out in Ronaldo’s defence. And one of those is former Sheffield Wednesday and Swansea City manager Carlos Carvalhal, who currently works at Al Wahda.
The coach took to Twitter to show his support for the Manchester United star, pointing out this is a time to be backing him instead of criticising.
“Ingratitude. One of the best players of all time, who has always played with pride for our national team, when perhaps for the first time, he needs support… many turn their backs and only criticise him. Maybe today they won’t blush with shame… Strength Portugal, strength CR7.”
Following all the pressure from the media since the weekend, it’s not yet known if Ronaldo will start against Spain tonight. The player is fully recovered from his nose injury picked up in the game against Czech Republic, but his form may still take him out of the team.
At Manchester United, where he’s already benched, the forward has one goal in eight appearances this season.
