# Ronaldo stays on under cloud as Messi exits internationals

https://mins.news/en/item/89346

- DW, 2026-10-07 09:23 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/ronaldo-stays-on-under-cloud-as-messi-exits-internationals/a-79574551?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Cristiano Ronaldo says he will continue playing for Portugal despite what he calls an “absolute breakdown of trust” with coach Jorge Jesus. He left the team camp after a dispute over his treatment but said farewell matches would come later. Lionel Messi, meanwhile, received an emotional send-off in Rosario before stepping away from Argentina duty.

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