Vieira: Cristiano Ronaldo Must Accept Reduced Portugal Role Under Jorge Jesus

Former Benfica president Luis Filipe Vieira has backed Jorge Jesus to succeed as Portugal coach, describing him as a highly professional manager with the ability to lead the national team successfully. Vieira also believes Cristiano Ronaldo may have to accept a reduced role as Portugal plan for the future. He said Jesus has a strong relationship with Ronaldo and can decide when the veteran forward starts or sits out matches. Jesus, who recently worked with Ronaldo at Al Nassr, has praised the Portugal captain and said he does not expect any difficulty managing him.

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