Jamie Carragher says Rio Ferdinand and Piers Morgan are ‘embarrassing themselves’ by defending Cristiano Ronaldo
Pundit Jamie Carragher criticized Rio Ferdinand and Piers Morgan for their defense of Cristiano Ronaldo following his departure from the Portugal national team camp. The article discusses Ronaldo's declining performance and the controversy surrounding his recent behavior.
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Jamie Carragher said Rio Ferdinand and Piers Morgan are 'embarrassing themselves' by defending Cristiano Ronaldo after his Portugal walk-out.
Ronaldo made headlines during the recent international break by suddenly leaving his country's Nations League camp following a rift with manager Jorge Jesus.
While the 41-year-old then apologised for his behaviour , he accused Jesus of breaking his word to him.
Ronaldo's actions were defended by Morgan and Ferdinand, who are both friends with the Al Nassr striker.
Morgan likened Jesus to Erik ten Hag, while Ferdinand said the treatment of the Portuguese star was 'inappropriate'.
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