Roberto Martínez clarifies Bernardo Silva’s situation: "It’s a decision... | OneFootball

is one of the main absentees from the National Team call-up that Roberto Martínez announced this Friday, and the national coach provided an update on the former Benfica player and Cristiano Ronaldo, explaining his reasons.

"He is not at risk, no (presence in the World Cup). It is a mild muscle injury, and we believe he can return within one or two weeks. Everything Cristiano has done physically during the season shows he is in great shape. Regarding Bernardo Silva, it is a technical decision, based on the medical information provided by the player's club (Manchester City)", the coach detailed, at the city of football, in Oeiras.

The Spanish coach also justified that this FIFA date is suitable for using new athletes. "I have already said that this training camp is an opportunity to experiment with new players, it is the time to try and call up players to the National Team who also deserve it. But for that, we need the space of the players you mentioned", added Martínez.

Portugal has a match scheduled with Mexico on Sunday, March 29, at 02:00, at the Azteca Stadium. On Wednesday, April 1, at 00:00, the team concludes this preparation date for the World Cup against the USA, at the Mercedes Benz-Stadium.

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