Vítor Pinto, deputy director of Record newspaper, commented harshly on Roberto Martínez's decision to exclude Palhinha from the Portugal national team's World Cup preparations. According to the deputy director, the Portuguese coach's attitude was "dictatorial and unacceptable", revealing strong disagreement with the coach's choice.
Midfielder Palhinha was left out of the World Cup squad call-up, which has generated public debate in Portugal. Vítor Pinto commented on new data involving this absence, suggesting there is additional information that reinforces his critical position regarding Martínez's decision.
Vítor Pinto's position contrasts with Roberto Martínez's technical choice, who chose not to include the player in the final list for the world competition. The Record deputy director's comment arises in the context of a controversy that has divided opinions in Portuguese football.
