Ronaldo 'greatest symbol' of Portugal - Fernandes
Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes says Cristiano Ronaldo remains the country's greatest footballing figure despite leaving the squad this week after finding out he would not start a match.
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"Cristiano Ronaldo will never cease to be the greatest symbol of our national team, of our football, and of the country, for what he has done not only in Portugal but throughout the world."
— Bruno Fernandes , Athlete
"Ronaldo was a 'symbol of Portugal' and said there would be time to speak about him after Sunday's game in Porto."
— Jorge Jesus , Celebrity
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Bruno Fernandes is a Portuguese professional football player and midfielder.
Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese professional footballer and the all-time leading scorer in international football.
Veteran Portuguese coach who previously managed Al-Nassr.
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Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes says Cristiano Ronaldo remains the country's greatest footballing figure despite leaving the squad this week after finding out he would not start a match.
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