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Cristiano Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants, says Jesus
Al Jazeera English and Vanguard (Nigeria) describe the same event in different terms.
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What happenedEx-Manchester United and Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal squad on Wednesday, but door open for return.
The headline splitAl Jazeera English frames it as "Cristiano Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants, says Jesus". Vanguard (Nigeria) frames it as "Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants – Coach Jesus".
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CenterCristiano Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants, says Jesus
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Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants – Coach Jesus
Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo can return to the squad if he wishes, despite walking out on his team-mates, said national team coach Jorge Jesus on Sunday.