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Yesterday's man? Ronaldo does little to shake the perception

Cristiano Ronaldo's missed chances in Portugal's draw against DR Congo fuel debate about his current form. Coach Roberto Martinez defended the forward, emphasizing his experience and ability to attract defenders. Ronaldo's place in the starting lineup remains a talking point as Portugal prepares for upcoming matches against Uzbekistan and Colombia.

The Economic Times

What Cristiano Ronaldo did wrong in Portugal’s damaging draw against DR Congo

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The Independent UK

Thierry Henry perfectly explains what Cristiano Ronaldo did wrong in Portugal’s World Cup draw with DR Congo

Ronaldo failed to score as Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the African minnows in Houston on Wednesday

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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

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

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?

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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

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Roberto Martinez accused of being ‘scared’ to substitute Cristiano Ronaldo at World Cup

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The Independent UK

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

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Portugal XI vs DR Congo: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 today

Group K begins as Cristiano Ronaldo embarks on final World Cup

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

Evening Standard

World Cup boss set to step down as Portugal statement issued

Roberto Martinez and Portugal will part ways after World Cup 2026, according to reports

FourFourTwo

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?

Sports Lens

‘We’re genuine candidates to go very far this summer. We have the quality, the recent tournament experience, and now the proof that we can win’ Roberto Martinez on Portugal’s World Cup hopes

Martinez will spearhead Portugal’s quest for a maiden World Cup title

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The Independent UK

The Cristiano Ronaldo problem standing between Portugal and World Cup breakthrough

Perhaps the biggest footballing nation never to win the World Cup, could Portugal’s greatest player hold them back in North America?

Sports Lens

Portugal World Cup 2026 Odds Preview - Top Picks & Betting Lines

Portugal sit third in the 2026 World Cup outright market at +800. Their deep squad and favorable Group K draw may make that price worth backing.

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Belgium 2026 World Cup Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions

Belgium World Cup 2026 odds, predictions and best bets — find the latest outright prices, expert analysis and value picks for the Red Devils as they look to finally deliver on a golden generation's promise.

The Independent UK

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

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‘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

The National (Scotland)

Latest Celtic next manager odds as candidate made odds-on favourite

Latest Celtic next manager odds and candidate made odds-on favourite

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‘Diogo Jota has become a real inspiration inside this group. He’s a light that reminds us all to be present every day, because tomorrow is never guaranteed’ Roberto Martinez on the impact of Diogo Jota’s death on his Portugal squad

The former Liverpool forward was tragically killed in a car crash last summer

The National (Scotland)

What Roberto Martinez's agent has said on Celtic managerial links

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NEW ISSUE: Battle for the World Cup! Jeremy Doku and Mikel Merino exclusives, Joe Cole & Ashley Cole’s World Cup memories, Roberto Martinez on Cristiano Ronaldo, Javier Zanetti on Lionel Messi, plus USA '94, Guus Hiddink and Youri Djorkaeff Q&A

Get your hands on the latest issue of FourFourTwo magazine – available in print or on your device – from Thursday June 4

Radio France Internationale

Last hurrah: 1. Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo will play for Portugal in a record sixth World Cup at the age of 41. In the first of a series on players at their final World Cup, RFI looks at the striker who holds the international records for goals and appearances.

Radio France Internationale

Veteran star strikers Neymar and Ronaldo headed to World Cup

Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo will show off their skills at the World Cup this summer following their inclusion in the Brazil and Portugal squads for the tournament, which starts on 11 June.

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