Cristiano Ronaldo was given special treatment at 2026 World Cup as ex-Portugal assistant boss Ricardo Carvalho reveals what he would have done differently

Former assistant coach Ricardo Carvalho has now offered insight into those discussions, revealing that he had a different approach in mind when it came to managing the veteran forward. Cristiano Ronaldo ‘s importance to Portugal has rarely been questioned, but his playing time during the 2026 World Cup reportedly created a difficult dilemma for head coach Roberto Martinez. Former assistant coach Ricardo Carvalho has now offered insight into those discussions, revealing that he had a different approach in mind when it came to managing the veteran forward.