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Has Cristiano Ronaldo's Time Passed? Zlatan Ibrahimovic Weighs In

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has stirred up controversy by calling out Cristiano Ronaldo's continued presence in the Portugal national team, suggesting that loyalty might be overshadowing merit. Let's delve into the debate.

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Has Cristiano Ronaldo's Time Passed? Zlatan Ibrahimovic Weighs In

'Cristiano Ronaldo is holding Portugal hostage' - Zlatan Ibrahimovic delivers brutal criticism of Al-Nassr forward after shaky Croatia win

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic's Criticism

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's recent comments on Cristiano Ronaldo have sparked a heated discussion within the football community. The outspoken Swedish striker questioned whether Ronaldo's selection for the Portugal national team is based on his past achievements rather than his current form and performance on the field. Ibrahimovic highlighted the emergence of promising young talent such as Goncalo Ramos, who recently scored a crucial winner against Croatia, as evidence that Portugal could benefit from transitioning away from their reliance on Ronaldo.

Published on Jul 4, 2026