Jesus announces call-ups for the Nations League
Jorge Jesus announces the Portugal national team squad for the Nations League qualifiers, following Cristiano Ronaldo's retirement. The team will face Denmark and Wales, with Ronaldo's absence confirmed after 23 years of international play. Jesus aims to secure the top spot in Group A4, having already qualified for the quarter-finals. Francisco Conceição is suspended, while João Cancelo may be rested. Nuno Mendes is uncertain due to injury, and Matheus Nunes could return. Newcomers like Gustavo Varela and Rodrigo Mora are potential additions to the squad, with Gonçalo Inácio's position under threat from António Silva.
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