Reuters – Cristiano Ronaldo was named men’s soccer player of the year at Portugal’s 2019 Quinas Awards in Lisbon on Monday (September 2).

Jessica Silva, who plays for Levante U.D. in Spain’s Primera Division of women’s soccer, was named women’s player of the year.

Fernando Santos was given the Platinum Award for his work in leading Portugal’s men’s squad.

The Quinas are organized by the Portuguese Football Federation, the National Association of Football Coaches and Portugal’s Syndicate of Professional Football Player and honors the top players, coaches, teams and others who contribute to Portugal’s soccer, beach soccer, and futsal leagues.

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