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- Bruno Fernandes, a Portugal national team midfielder, defended Cristiano Ronaldo, a Portugal national team player, ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
- He acknowledged the debate about whether Portugal performs better without Ronaldo, saying any advantage would reflect the players' adaptability.
- Fernandes highlighted Ronaldo's ability to create space and draw defenders, and said this World Cup could be Ronaldo's last chance to win a major trophy, heightening the team's motivation.
