Jesus unaware of Ronaldo's retirement, frustrated by questions over their clash

Jesus learned of Ronaldo's retirement from international football via Instagram like everyone else, and grew irritated when pressed on their recent clash.

Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football on Thursday via Instagram, one day before Portugal's squad announcement for the next international break. The decision followed a turbulent recent camp where Ronaldo left angry after a dispute with the team.

Portuguese manager Jorge Jesus was not informed in advance. "I found out when everyone else did," Jesus said at Friday's press conference. "Until that moment I knew nothing. He played, he scored many goals and he was one of the players I had on my list for selection."

The press conference focused heavily on Ronaldo rather than the new squad, which irritated Jesus. When asked again about the recent clash with the striker, he responded firmly: "All my decisions were made in the team's interest. As a coach I have always defended the team's interests and I still fully stand behind my decision."

Portuguese Football Federation president Pedro Proença paid tribute to Ronaldo's legacy: "No honour will ever be great enough to thank him for everything he has done. The best way to honour him is to celebrate his boundless ambition, his will to always play to win." Portugal faces Denmark on November 14 in their first squad without Ronaldo, followed by Wales on November 17.