Martínez's Maiden Portugal Squad Welcomes Ronaldo

1. In a historic moment, Cristiano Ronaldo finds himself on Manager Martínez's inaugural Portugal squad.

Martínez's debut squad for Portugal showcases the inclusion of football legend Ronaldo.

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Cristiano Ronaldo makes the cut in Martínez's first-ever selection for Portugal.

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Ronaldo's presence on Martínez's squad signals a new era for Portuguese football

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Manager Martínez names Cristiano Ronaldo in his maiden Portugal squad.

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Fans eagerly anticipate Ronaldo's performance in Martínez's initial national team lineup.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's role on Martínez's first squad marks the beginning of an exciting chapter in Portuguese football. Learn more