L'After Foot L'After Foot

Flo fait un parallèle entre les fins de carrière de Messi et Ronaldo. Walid regrette qu'il soit en train d'entacher sa légende – 30/09

Sep 30, 2026 · 13m

Summary

L'After Foot analyzes the dramatic end of Cristiano Ronaldo's international career after he left the Portugal squad in protest over his benching by new coach Georges Jesus. The hosts discuss how this "hostage situation" finally resolved, comparing Ronaldo's ego-driven exit to Lionel Messi's respectful departure from Argentina. They argue that despite the crisis, the move was a liberation for the team, allowing Portugal to progress without the pressure of managing a 41-year-old superstar.

Topics discussed

SFR commercial break: Xiaomi 17T offer Cristiano Ronaldo's behavior and the 2026 World Cup context Comparison with Messi and the 'hostage' situation Ronaldo's legacy, ego, and the team's current form Georges Jesus's legitimacy and the players' relief Speculation on a strategic plan to sideline Ronaldo Analysis of the locker room dynamics and non-celebrations Lionel joins: Coach Jesus's realization of the fractured group Ronaldo's physical decline and the need for a secondary role Political context: Martinez vs. Jesus and Ronaldo's influence Ronaldo's lack of lucidity and personal interests over team Call for Ronaldo to step aside for Portugal's future Outro and teaser for Desiré Doué segment
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