Portugal suspends Cristiano Ronaldo and initiates disciplinary proceedings after walkout

LISBON: (Oct 10)  The Portuguese soccer federation has suspended Cristiano Ronaldo and initiated disciplinary proceedings against the player for walking out on the team.

The federation said in a statement Saturday that the case has been referred to its disciplinary investigation committee and that its findings will remain confidential until its findings are determined.

The 41-year-old Ronaldo left the Portugal team camp during the international window in a dispute with new coach Jorge Jesus over a lack of playing time.