Cristiano Ronaldo All Smiles As Team Portugal Land in Qatar for World Cup Amid Man United Feud

• Cristiano Ronaldo looked focused and in a great mood as he and the Portugal team landed in Qatar ahead of the World Cup
• Ronaldo hit the headlines after appearing in an interview that caused shockwaves in the football world
• Multiple reports indicated Manchester United were preparing to release Ronaldo because of breach of contract

Cristiano Ronaldo was in good spirits as he landed with team Portugal in Qatar ahead of the 2022 World Cup.

Ronaldo has grabbed the headlines for the entire week following his explosive interview with controversial journalist Piers Morgan.

Ronaldo launched a relentless attack on Manchester United, manager Erik ten Hag, young players, former teammate, and club icon Wayne Rooney.

He accused the club of betraying him, sensationally said he does not respect Ten Hag and seemed to call Rooney a 'rat' for his criticism towards the Portugal forward.

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On Friday, 18th November, the club released a statement saying they have launched a process of responding to Ronaldo's astonishing revelations, some of which did not get well with the club's hierarchy and fans.

Portugal and Ronaldo land in Qatar

Ronaldo and his Portugal colleagues looked sharp in their suits and shiny boots as they landed at Hamad International Airport on Friday evening, according to the Sun.

The 37-year-old missed Portugal's 4-0 friendly victory over Nigeria due to a stomach bug. Ronaldo is looking to win his first World Cup to cement the status of the greatest footballer of all time.

Portugal kick off their tournament against Ghana on Thursday next week, which is arguably their easiest game in a tough group containing Uruguay and South Korea.

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This is Portugal's seventh appearance at the World Cup. They produced their best performance in 2006 when they reached the semis and finished fourth, according to beIN.

Ronaldo consider firing Ronaldo

Sports Brief earlier reported on Manchester United exploring the option of sacking Ronaldo after his bombshell interview.

Ronaldo's current contract expires in June, and if it is torn up, the club won't pay him the £16 million he is supposed to earn until then.

According to reports, Man United do not want Ronaldo back on the team when the World Cup concludes in December.