Portuguese player reflects on difficult week and return to play

A Portuguese player stated that a recent week felt like retirement from football had begun. The player added that holding to a belief in work over football allowed the return to competition. The player said the period started dark but ended with recovery. Officials did not provide additional details on the circumstances.

Player statement "I know that whoever works hard, God helps him.

It was a tough week, a dark one, it started as if I had retired from football. But I held on as I always hold on because I believe in work more than football. It was tough, I have to admit, but we came back." The remarks were shared without further context on timing or team involvement.