What happened - The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed on September 30, 2026 that Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal’s training camp in Copenhagen, with preparations for the Nations League fixtures to continue with the remaining 24 players. The federation did not provide a reason. Context and what is confirmed - New head coach Jorge Jesus had included the 41-year-old in his first Portugal squad for the September–October UEFA Nations League window. - Jesus told reporters on September 30 that Denmark, not Ronaldo, was the focus and indicated Gonçalo Ramos would start, while Spanish radio reported he had told Ronaldo he would not play against Denmark. - Separate from this week’s developments, Ronaldo stated after Portugal’s World Cup round‑of‑16 exit on July 6, 2026 that it had been his final World Cup — but he did not announce international retirement. Today’s game - Denmark host Portugal in Copenhagen today, Thursday, October 1, 2026, in the UEFA Nations League. What remains unclear - Multiple outlets report a rift between Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus after the forward was an unused substitute in the win over Norway. However, neither the player nor the federation has announced a retirement or detailed the exact reason for his departure. Ronaldo has reportedly vowed to explain his decision in due course. Bottom line - Fact: Ronaldo left the Portugal camp before the Denmark match; he has not officially retired from international football as of October 1, 2026.