António Salvador Criticises Omission of Ricardo Horta from World Cup Squad

SC Braga president António Salvador reacted to the Portugal World Cup squad announced on Tuesday by coach Roberto Martinez. He said he does not understand why Ricardo Horta was left out of the final list. Roberto Martinez revealed the 26-man roster for the upcoming World Cup, confirming the players who will travel to Qatar. The announcement sparked discussion across Portuguese football circles. Ricardo Horta, a forward for SC Braga, was among the notable absences from the squad. His club performance this season has been highlighted by Braga supporters. Salvador expressed that he cannot hide his disappointment over Horta's exclusion. He emphasized the player's quality and contribution at club level. The SC Braga president stressed the importance of recognizing domestic talent in national team selections. He called for a clearer explanation from the federation. While the national team moves forward with the announced list, Braga will continue to rely on Horta for the domestic campaign. The club remains focused on its upcoming league fixtures. Salvador hopes that the omission will be reviewed in future selections and that Horta will have the opportunity to represent Portugal later in his career.