SPO:Apologetic Ronaldo fails to fire in Portugal shock Another shock has rocked the World Cup as the DR Congo held fancied Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, to a 1-1 draw. AAP · Jun 17
Who is the referee for Ghana vs Panama? Ghana will kick off their Group L proceedings against Panama this evening, but who is the referee? FourFourTwo · Jun 17
Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks World Cup Record in Lackluster Portugal Opener The Portugal captain keeps making history. Sports Illustrated · Jun 17
England could be lining up tantalising second round clash with PORTUGAL after win vs Croatia England beat Croatia 4-2 - just as in 2004 - to line up a potential clash with Portugal… just as in 2004 FourFourTwo · Jun 17
Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener HOUSTON: Portugal and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo were left frustrated after being held to a 1-1 draw by Group K rivals Democratic Republic of Congo in their World Cup clash in a sodden Houston on Wednesday. Bangkok Post · Jun 17
Morning Mail: Hanson faces backlash over ‘monoculture’ speech, Trump reveals Iran deal details, Maroons thrash Blues One Nation leader criticised for sowing division with speech about ‘monocultural’ Australia; US president hails deal as averting ‘world depression’ The Guardian - AU · Jun 17
Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: Cristiano Ronaldo fails to score as Yoane Wissa strikes Newcastle’s Wissa scored the equaliser as the Democratic Republic of Congo frustrated Portugal at the start of Ronaldo’s sixth World Cup… The National (Scotland) · Jun 17
The Uncomfortable Truth: Is Cristiano Ronaldo Holding Portugal Back? The five-time Ballon d’Or was a passenger in Portugal’s disappointing 2026 World Cup opener. Sports Illustrated · Jun 17
‘That is embarrassing’: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal boss slammed after big World Cup call Ronaldo, 41, failed to get on the scoresheet as Portugal drew 1-1 to DR Congo in their World Cup opener in Houston The Independent UK · Jun 17
SPO:Ronaldo fails to fire as Portugal held by DR Congo Another shock has rocked the World Cup as the DR Congo held fancied Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, to a 1-1 draw. AAP · Jun 17
Apologetic Ronaldo fails to fire in Portugal shock Another shock has rocked the World Cup as the DR Congo held fancied Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, to a 1-1 draw. AAP · Jun 17
10 men and a statue: Portugal are sacrificing another World Cup for Cristiano Ronaldo’s ego WORLD CUP 2026: Comment: Ronaldo’s goalless display against DR Congo is the latest warning for Roberto Martinez, writes Richard Jolly, though there is little sign that the Portugal manager will take the decision to remove the 41-year-old for the sake of the team The Independent UK · Jun 17
Portugal Player Ratings vs. DR Congo: Ronaldo Extends Frustrating Four-Year Wait For all its dominance of the ball, Portugal couldn’t find a way through and ended the Group K opener frustrated at 1–1. Sports Illustrated · Jun 17
Yoane Wissa gives DR Congo first ever World Cup point in draw with Portugal Newcastle striker becomes first DR Congo player to score at a World Cup, cancelling out João Neves’ opener, while Cristiano Ronaldo underwhelms for Portugal The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
FourFourTwo · Jun 17 Cristiano Ronaldo made an unusual gesture in Portugal vs DR Congo, and it's not the first time Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted doing something that really didn't help his team's cause in the World Cup
France 24 · Jun 17 World Cup 2026: Resilient DR Congo hold off Ronaldo's Portugal onslaught Portugal and DR Congo played out a dramatic 1-1 draw in Houston as the African underdogs showed remarkable resilience against one of the tournament's favourites. João Neves gave the Portuguese an early lead, but Yoane Wissa's equaliser just before half-time earned the Leopards a crucial point in their first World…
FourFourTwo · Jun 17 Cristiano Ronaldo is holding Portugal back: and it wouldn't be good for football if he wins the World Cup Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo is the obvious weak link in Roberto Martinez' squad: yet if he wins this tournament, what does it say about football?
Evening Standard · Jun 17 Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: Spoils shared in World Cup 2026 opener as Cristiano Ronaldo makes history A Selecao are heavily fancied for success this summer
The Independent UK · Jun 17 Roberto Martinez accused of being ‘scared’ to substitute Cristiano Ronaldo at World Cup IN FULL
The Economic Times · Jun 17 How old is Cristiano Ronaldo? The strict no pasta, no bread, no milk diet helping football legend thrive at 41 Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, is making history in his sixth FIFA World Cup. His remarkable longevity and elite performance are attributed to a famously disciplined diet, strictly avoiding sugar, refined carbohydrates like pasta and bread, and processed foods. This unwavering commitment to nutrition, training, and recovery fuels his sustained success…
Sports Illustrated · Jun 17 Mexico’s World Cup Record-Breaker Quitting Soccer After Tournament The goalkeeper has matched Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo by going to a sixth World Cup in 2026.
FourFourTwo · Jun 17 Who are the BBC commentators, pundits and presenters for Portugal vs DR Congo? The Leopards make their first World Cup appearance since 1974 as Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo breaks another record
Sports Illustrated · Jun 17 Portugal vs. DR Congo—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats The 21st game of the 2026 World Cup sees Cristiano Ronaldo launch his final bid for glory on the biggest stage.
FourFourTwo · Jun 17 Who is the referee for Portugal vs DR Congo? Who's in charge as Group K gets underway with Cristiano Ronaldo in the spotlight?
The Independent UK · Jun 17 The number of World Cups Ronaldo has played in as he matches Messi’s record IN FULL