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Ronaldo unaffected by Juventus setbacks, says Portugal coach

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November 24, 2020 Juventus' Cristiano Ronaldo during the warm up before the match [REUTERS]

Criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo's performances for Juventus has had no impact on the forward's morale and he is ready to give 100% for Portugal in their World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan later on Wednesday, head coach Fernando Santos said.

Ronaldo came under fire after Juventus were knocked out in the Champions League last 16 earlier this month by 10-man Porto, who progressed on away goals.

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