Cristiano Ronaldo case, Mario Balotelli also takes the field

Mario Balotelli also defends Cristiano Ronaldo

Mario Balotelli also defends Cristiano Ronaldo. The Sion striker posted an Instagram story depicting a photo of the Portuguese star, writing, “I’m not a fan of his, it’s common knowledge, but for what he has done for soccer this guy deserves more respect.”

Many have attacked Fernando Santos for his choice to field CR7 only in the second half of the decisive match against Morocco. The footballer’s partner, Georgina Rodriguez, wrote on Instagram, “Today your friend and coach decided to make a mistake. That friend for whom you have so many words of admiration and respect. The same one who, when he put you on the field, saw how everything changed, but it was too late. You cannot underestimate the best player in the world, his most powerful ‘weapon’. You cannot defend someone who does not deserve it. Life gives us lessons. Today we didn’t lose, we learned.”