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Portugal Honors Ronaldo: Entire Team Wears No. 7
13 Nov
Summary
- Entire squad will wear Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic number 7 shirt.
- Match will temporarily stop in the seventh minute for tribute.
- Ronaldo's usual room at training center left unoccupied.
The Portuguese national team is set to honor Cristiano Ronaldo with a unique tribute before their upcoming UEFA Nations League match against Denmark. Ahead of the Saturday fixture, the entire squad is expected to wear the iconic number 7 jersey, synonymous with the legendary forward.
This special recognition, part of tributes organized by the Portuguese Football Federation, aims to celebrate Ronaldo's significant 23-year contribution to Portuguese football. The match, scheduled for November 14 in Braga, will also include a symbolic stoppage in the seventh minute to allow for applause. Senior players and federation officials have agreed to this initiative.
Ronaldo, who recently retired from international football after a storied career, has made the number 7 globally recognized. His decision to 'hand over the jersey' inspired this unique pre-match entrance by the entire team. This gesture is not a permanent retirement of the number but a heartfelt acknowledgment of his legacy.
Further honoring Ronaldo, his usual room, number 201 at the Cidade do Futebol training center, has been left unoccupied during the current international camp. This continues the symbolic gestures marking the end of his international tenure. The tribute is especially poignant as Portugal begins a new leadership era under captain Bernardo Silva.
