The Portuguese Football Federation has officially announced the temporary suspension of forward Cristiano Ronaldo from the Portugal national team. The decision follows reports that the star striker left the national team's training camp without authorisation after a UEFA Nations League match.

According to reports, the case has been given urgent status, with Ronaldo barred from representing Portugal until the investigation is completed. The decision puts the future of the country's most iconic footballer with the national side under fresh scrutiny.

The reported incident is said to stem from a disagreement with Portugal's new head coach, Jorge Jesus. The manager reportedly decided not to include Ronaldo in the starting line-up for the match against Norway, a decision that allegedly triggered the forward's departure from the national team camp.

Cristiano Ronaldo has made 234 appearances for Portugal, scoring 146 goals and providing 45 assists.