Juventus sits Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of crucial match

Cristiano Ronaldo has one year remaining on his contract with Juventus but could reportedly depart if the club fails to qualify for the Champions League. LaPresse

Cristiano Ronaldo benched by Juventus ahead of clash for Champions League spot

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 5/23/21

Cristiano Ronaldo has been benched by Juventus ahead of their match against Bologna.

The Portuguese forward reportedly is not injured, and his benching is considered a "tactical move" by Andrea Pirlo, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Cristiano Ronaldo is not injuried. He’s not starting today due to “technical decision” made by Andrea Pirlo. Juventus are playing for a Champions League spot in the last match and Cristiano will be on the bench for the fifth time in three season as Juventus player. #Juve
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 23, 2021

Juventus is seeking to clinch a Champions League spot and sits fifth in the Serie A standings entering Sunday's season finale. The club needs to win and hope that AC Milan or Napoli drop points.

The top four teams will go to the Champions League while the fifth-placed side will drop to the Europa League.

Ronaldo has one year remaining on his contract with Juventus but could reportedly depart if the club fails to qualify for the Champions League.

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