“We’re paid to make decisions”: Former Portugal coach spills beans on why Cristiano Ronaldo and his relationship deteriorated over the years
Former Portugal manager Paulo Bento has admitted that his relationship with football icon Cristiano Ronaldo became strained during their time together with the national team. Bento managed Portugal from 2010 to 2014 and said the bond between the two was not the same by the end of his tenure. The coach explained that he always believed in maintaining authority inside the dressing room and never wanted to sacrifice his principles to please any player.
Former Portugal manager Paulo Bento has admitted that his relationship with football icon Cristiano Ronaldo became strained during their time together with the national team. Bento managed Portugal from 2010 to 2014 and said the bond between the two was not the same by the end of his tenure. The coach explained that he always believed in maintaining authority inside the dressing room and never wanted to sacrifice his principles to please any player.
