Portugal’s national team assigns the No. 7 shirt to Rafael Leão after Cristiano Ronaldo leaves the squad camp, ahead of upcoming UEFA Nations League matches. Multiple outlets report the change follows Ronaldo’s departure from the camp and a revised squad list published before Portugal’s next fixtures.

Ronaldo’s exit is described as coming amid tensions with coach Jorge Jesus, after the forward was left out of the match against Norway and did not play. Outlets also cite that Ronaldo misses training and then leaves the camp, later explaining his decision in a social media post after discussions involving the coach and the Portuguese Football Federation. In this context, Leão—reported as previously wearing No. 17—takes over the iconic No. 7 jersey for matches including Portugal’s game in Copenhagen against Denmark.

Coverage focuses mainly on the jersey handover, with some reports highlighting reactions and speculation among fans about what Ronaldo’s departure could mean for his future with Portugal. Other sources concentrate on the practical squad update and Leão’s new role as Portugal moves forward for the Nations League games.