India, Nov. 7 -- Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has categorically denied any responsibility for Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to retire from international football.

While speaking to the media during Portugal's squad announcement for the upcoming Nations League matches, Jesus acknowledged that he might have accelerated the situation, but believed that Ronaldo already had the decision in mind.

Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football on November 5. He had scored a record 146 goals in men's international football from the 234 appearances he made for the national team.

When asked whether Ronaldo retired due to the fallout with him, Jesus said, "No, maybe I rushed things, but not because of me. It was in his head, more ...