Man Utd Target Sweating Over World Cup Hopes After Red Card for Ugly Fight A suspension could carry over into the tournament this summer. Sports Illustrated · Jun 7
‘Cristiano Ronaldo made me do the splits. I thought, ‘This can’t happen again.’ I didn’t want someone to take my career away from me’ Ashley Cole on his major tournament battles with the Portuguese icon England’s Cole was tasked with stopping Ronaldo at Euro 2004 and at the World Cup two years later FourFourTwo · Jun 7
From luring stars to hosting the World Cup, Saudi Arabia has spent billions to disrupt soccer Saudi Arabia is making waves in global football. Following a stunning World Cup upset, the nation attracted top stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema. They secured the 2034 World Cup hosting rights. This move aims to boost revenue and improve their image. The focus is now on developing local… The Economic Times · Jun 7
When Mbappe‘s France Could Face Ronaldo’s Portugal in 2026 World Cup France vs. Portugal would be a blockbuster clash deep into the 2026 World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jun 6
World Cup 2026 – Group K guide: Portugal to dominate as Cristiano Ronaldo and Colombia’s James Rodriguez look to roll back years How head coach Martinez manages Ronaldo’s minutes will define Portugal’s tournament The Independent UK · Jun 6
‘Not Gonna Make It’—Cristiano Ronaldo’s Mysterious Swipe at Man Utd Star The five-time Ballon d’Or winner never had faith in one striker at Manchester United. Sports Illustrated · Jun 6
How to watch Portugal vs Chile: Free Streams & TV Channels for World Cup 2026 warm-up match All the ways to watch Portugal vs Chile live streams online and from anywhere in one of the last friendlies before the 2026 World Cup gets underway. TechRadar · Jun 6
From 17 to 43: FIFA World Cup 2026 set for football's biggest generation clash The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America will be the largest ever. It will also feature the widest age range of players, from 17-year-old Gilberto Mora to 43-year-old Craig Gordon. Legends like Cristiano Ronaldo will also participate. This tournament showcases a mix of emerging talent and seasoned veterans, promising… The Economic Times · Jun 6
Curacao star gets Cristiano Ronaldo treatment from FIFA after Hampden red card FIFA have shown mercy to Curacao star Jurgen Locadia by allowing him to play their first-ever World Cup game, despite his red card shame against… The National (Scotland) · Jun 6
‘The numbers make the argument for Cristiano Ronaldo. He’s not in the squad because of what he was, but because his present form earns it every time’ Roberto Martinez on the Portuguese icon’s World Cup selection Cristiano Ronaldo will take part in his sixth World Cup this summer FourFourTwo · Jun 6
Romário: ‘I consider myself one of the greatest players ever. An 11 out of 10’ Brazil’s 1994 World Cup winner on being good without training, his political legacy and why he loves social media The Guardian - UK · Jun 6
Portugal vs. Chile—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Portugal’s World Cup preparations begin against the unqualified Chile in Lisbon. Sports Illustrated · Jun 6
Polymarket World Cup Odds: Portugal Surging Behind England There are strong indications towards Portugal on the World Cup prediction markets on Polymarket. Sports Illustrated · Jun 5
How does the Nike 'Rip the Script' 2026 World Cup advert rank against previous iconic campaigns? Nike have launched their new World Cup advert, and there's a LOT going on...arguably, too much FourFourTwo · Jun 5
Kiplinger · Jun 5 World Cup Soccer Quotes to Live By: Messi vs Ronaldo Beyond their iconic pitch rivalry, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo share a surprisingly similar outlook on life. Here are 10 quotes that define their legendary careers.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 5 ‘Biggest in History’—Florentino Perez Reveals Record Real Madrid Bid for ‘New Galactico’ The man who’s overseen Real Madrid’s most expensive transfers ever is prepared to break the bank again—but for who?
International Business Times UK · Jun 5 How a 1997 Simpsons Joke Became a Viral FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction Theory A 1997 Simpsons clip resurfaces online, fueling claims it predicted the FIFA World Cup 2026 final despite fact-checkers rejecting the theory
Destructoid · Jun 4 eFootball Ronaldo vs. Kane National Premium Pack: Which one should you get Clash of the titans!
International Business Times UK · Jun 4 Kim Kardashian's Alleged 'Soccer Curse' Threatens Global Squads With Gruesome Injuries, Lionel Messi Backlash Kim Kardashian faces scrutiny from football fans over a supposed 'soccer curse' as her match attendances coincide with injuries and defeats. Despite no evidence, the narrative gains traction online.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 4 Old but Gold: How Ronaldo & Co. Defied Father Time to Reach Another World Cup Playing past 35 was once rare. But due to advances in nutrition and training, the sport’s top—and oldest—stars are set for the big stage.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 3 The Most Expensive Squads at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked Some of the world’s most expensive players will be on show this summer.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 3 Portugal 2026 World Cup Shirt Numbers: Ronaldo, Fernandes Headline Reveal The Seleção das Quinas have their sights set on hoisting the golden trophy for the first time in history.
Bored Panda · Jun 3 53 Famous And Celebrated Historical Figures Who Were Actually Deeply Evil People There’s an old adage that people have the attention span of a goldfish. Honestly, it’s never been more true than when looking at history’s biggest icons. Recently, a thread went viral asking netizens to name the most idealized, romanticized historical figures who were actually completely horrible in reality. The responses…
The Independent UK · Jun 3 Why Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and the rest of the World Cup’s old guard just can’t say goodbye A combination of factors means that plenty of players are ploughing on towards, or beyond, 40 – and could play huge roles at this summer’s tournament
Sports Illustrated · Jun 3 Real Madrid’s Long History of Blockbuster Election Signings Both Florentino Pérez and Enrique Riquelme have teased big transfers.