Roberto MartÃnez, the Portugal coach, has confirmed Cristiano Ronaldoâs inclusion in the squad for the Nations League semifinal against Germany, countering speculation about his fitness. Despite Ronaldo nearing 40 and having not played recently, MartÃnez expressed confidence in his abilities and the team's overall quality. He emphasized the importance of the Nations League as preparation for the 2026 World Cup. Additionally, young striker Rodrigo Mora was called up, with MartÃnez praising his talent and potential impact on Portuguese football.
MartÃnez stated, "Regarding Cristiano's fitness, he is available to play. There's no problem... We want to use the Nations League also to prepare for the World Cup."
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