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‘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

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

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.

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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

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

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

FourFourTwo

IShowSpeed's reaction steals the show after Portugal score their first goal at the 2026 World Cup

IShowSpeed's enthusiastic reaction to Portugal's opening goal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup match against DR Congo captured widespread attention. The streamer's passionate celebration quickly went viral online. Fans enjoyed his energetic display, which has become a hallmark of his football content. This moment highlights Speed's significant influence in the…

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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…

France 24

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

FourFourTwo

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.

Sports Illustrated

How to watch Portugal vs DR Congo: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for Cristiano Ronaldo's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener, team news

Cristiano Ronaldo appears at a record-equalling sixth FIFA World Cup as he starts for Portugal against DR Congo. Find out how to watch the Group K fixture online and from anywhere including free live stream options, TV channel details, kick-off time.

TechRadar

Portugal vs DR Congo prediction as Cristiano Ronaldo goes for broke in World Cup record books

Roberto Martinez’s Portugal kick off their World Cup 2026 campaign in Houston

FourFourTwo

Portugal vs DR Congo LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and fan reaction

Portugal are heavily-fancied at this summer’s tournament

Evening Standard

France seal hard-earned win against Senegal, Messi scores hat-trick for Argentina

Tactical changes by Les Bleus manager Didier Deschamps at half-time saw France seal a 3-1 win in their opening game against Senegal. Kylian Mbappé scored a brace, becoming the country's top goalscorer, with 58 goals to his name. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi helped Argentina shine with a hat-trick against Algeria –…

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The Independent UK

Portugal v DR Congo LIVE: World Cup result as Cristiano Ronaldo frustrated by goalless performance in shock draw

Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: Ronaldo was frustrated on his record sixth World Cup start as the Africa side secured a hard-fought draw for their first ever World Cup point

Evening Standard

Where to watch World Cup today and what channel are the games on?

Four more games tonight and overnight with Portugal and England in action

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch Portugal vs. DR Congo on TV, Live Stream—World Cup

Portugal has won four of its last five matches against African opposition.

The Independent UK

The historical meaning behind DR Congo’s living statue superfan

Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, the DR Congo football supporter who became a viral sensation during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for his silent tribute to Patrice Lumumba , is set to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His attendance at the tournament was confirmed after his United States visa issue…

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Is England v Croatia on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup 2026 match

Thomas Tuchel’s side begin their quest for glory on the world stage against Croatia in Dallas

Sports Illustrated

Portugal vs. DR Congo—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

It’s a first-ever meeting for these two countries at this summer’s 2026 summer jamboree.

Evening Standard

Portugal vs DR Congo: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Portugal are much-fancied by many for success in North America

AAP

Group 'remove' woman, child from DR Congo Ebola clinic

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo say an armed group has removed a woman and her daughter from an Ebola health centre in the country's east.

France 24

Western Cape still counting the cost of last month's floods

In tonight's programme: South Africa's Western Cape is still counting the cost of last month's devastating floods. Also, in DR Congo, the government has reported a substantial daily jump in Ebola cases. Plus Ivorian fans are living large in the wake of their team's victorious first World Cup appearance in…

Sports Illustrated

Portugal Predicted Lineup vs. DR Congo: World Cup Group K

Cristiano Ronaldo leads the line at his sixth World Cup as he chases the elusive trophy.

Sports Lens

Portugal vs DR Congo World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

Portugal host DR Congo in a Group K World Cup opener at NRG Stadium on June 17. Can the -340 favorites cover, and is over 2.5 goals the play?

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