Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of the Portugal national football team squad for the upcoming friendly matches this month. The squad was announced on Friday (March 20, 2026) by head coach Roberto Martinez.
Ronaldo will miss the matches against Mexico and the United States due to an injury. He suffered the injury earlier this month while playing for his club Al-Nassr in a Saudi Pro League match against Al-Fayha.
After the injury, Ronaldo travelled to Spain for treatment and rehabilitation. As a result, he has already missed his club’s last two matches. His recovery is currently ongoing, and medical teams are closely monitoring his condition.
The Portugal team will now have to prepare for these important friendlies without their most experienced player. These matches are often used by the coach to test new players, try different tactics, and build team combinations ahead of major tournaments.
Ronaldo’s absence gives an opportunity for younger players to step up and prove themselves at the international level. However, his leadership, experience, and goal-scoring ability will be missed on the field.
Fans around the world are hoping for his quick recovery. Even though no clear return date has been announced, supporters are confident that he will come back stronger and continue to play a key role for both club and country.