Sepp Blatter, the FIFA president, continues to face criticism for his remarks mocking Cristiano Ronaldo. The spokesperson for the Council of Ministers of the Portuguese government, Luis Marques, expressed strong disapproval, stating that he felt a “strong feeling of revolt” along with all Portuguese people. Marques emphasized Cristiano Ronaldo’s extraordinary talent and professionalism, condemning Blatter’s humiliating caricature. The minister characterized Blatter’s attitude as a “pitiful spectacle” and joined the chorus of voices denouncing the FIFA president’s controversial remarks.
BLATTER-RONALDO: PORTUGUESE GOVERNMENT “A STRONG FEELING OF REVOLT”
