World Cup: Ronaldo Set To Miss Portugal’s Clash Against South Korea

Prior to Portugal’s World Cup match against South Korea on Thursday, Cristiano Ronaldo was absent from Wednesday’s training session.

Ronaldo did not train with the group ahead of their final group-stage clash against South Korea in Group H on Friday. He instead worked individually, reportedly sticking to a tailor-made plan. The 37-year-old started both of Portugal‘s opening games against Ghana and Uruguay, and is not considered an injury doubt at this stage.

Fernando Santos, Portugal’s head coach, has the luxury of resting the forward because Portugal has already advanced to the round of 16. Nuno Mendes, who limped off in tears during Portugal’s victory over Uruguay, is expected to miss the remainder of the World Cup with a thigh injury, raising serious injury concerns for him elsewhere. Additionally missing from Portugal’s most recent practice were Danilo Pereira and Otavio, who are each recovering from broken ribs and different muscular issues.

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In their final group-stage match at Education City Stadium on Friday, the Seleccao will take the field against South Korea.