Speaking to reporters in Copenhagen after an emergency triangular meeting involving Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) President Pedro Proença and Ronaldo, Jesus maintained that there were no personal conflicts to resolve between them. Jesus clarified that he had explicitly informed Ronaldo he would not feature in the starting XI against Denmark, planning instead to deploy Gonçalo Ramos as the lead striker. Reinforcing his tactical authority, Jesus emphasized that all player management decisions rest strictly with the head coach, adding that Ronaldo had previously acknowledged this protocol. Shortly after learning he would not start, Ronaldo chose to exit the camp permanently, issuing a public statement on social media confirming his departure after consulting with Jesus and Proença. The Portuguese Football Federation subsequently released a brief statement confirming Ronaldo's departure and stated that the remaining 24 players will proceed with match preparations.