Benfica coach Jorge Jesus said he does not feel guilty about Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to end his international career with Portugal. Speaking on November 7, 2026, Jesus addressed the matter following Ronaldo's announcement that he would no longer play for the national team.
Jesus, who has managed Ronaldo at club level, emphasized that the decision was entirely the player's own. "I don't feel guilty over Ronaldo ending Portugal career," he stated. The Portuguese forward, who holds the record for most international goals, had recently confirmed his retirement from international football.
The comments came as Benfica prepared for their UEFA Champions League fixture against Bayern Munich, with Jesus focusing on his current club responsibilities.
