The head coach of Portugal Fernando Santos explained why he did not call Cristiano Ronaldo in the national team.
The Portuguese national team in November will hold two friendly matches against the national teams of the United States and Saudi Arabia.
Previously, became known for the composition of the team, which did not hit the forward of Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo.
Santos in his communication with journalists denied rumors that Cristiano did not get into the team because of his poor form and effectiveness in the last fights.
"Do you seriously think that this could be the reason for not calling Ronaldo?" No, it's not at all like that, "- quotes Santos News18.
"To some players, including Ronaldo, we just left the rest. Others simply heal their injuries ".
In the national team besides Ronaldo there are no players like Ricardo Quaresma, Nani, Joao Moutinho, Andre Gomes and Renato Sanches.