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Martínez Praises Ronaldo as ‘Exemplary Captain’

Published July 6, 2026 · Updated July 7, 2026 · The Guardian

Roberto Martínez has hailed Cristiano Ronaldo as an "exemplary captain" after Portugal’s World Cup exit, stating he cannot be taken off when a goal is needed.

Portugal manager Roberto Martínez has heaped praise on Cristiano Ronaldo, describing him as an "exemplary captain" who is vital when a goal is required. xsportfeed.quest

Since taking over in 2022, Martínez has faced scrutiny for retaining Ronaldo in the starting lineup, contrasting with his predecessor Fernando Santos who benched the star forward during the last-16 tie against Switzerland.

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