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In over two decades in the game, Cristiano Ronaldo has become a byword for mentality, plundering nearly 1,000 goals, winning virtually everything in the sport and surfing new heights with Portugal – but how much of that glittering career can you actually recall? We’ve put together 20 questions on the man himself, from those early days […]

Portugal coach Roberto Martinez said it would be “childish” to compare Cristiano Ronaldo’s needs with those of Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland after insisting that his forward is “mentally and physically” able to play every minute of the team’s World Cup campaign. Ronaldo completed the full 90 minutes of Portugal’s 0-0 draw with Colombia on […]

The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup has had the superstars turn up and perform as A-listers. Look at the leaderboard for the Golden Boot: Lionel Messi is in first with six goals in three games. Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, Erling Haaland and Vinícius Júnior are in second with four apiece. England captain Harry Kane is […]

James Rodriguez has heaped praise on his former Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo after the pair reunited during a goalless World Cup group-stage match between Colombia and Portugal in Miami. The Colombia captain expressed his deep admiration for Ronaldo, highlighting their enduring friendship and marvelling at the incredible physical condition of the Portuguese superstar at […]

Former Manchester United striker Diego Forlan has delivered a blunt critique of Cristiano Ronaldo, claiming the legendary forward is currently a hindrance to Portugal’s World Cup ambitions. Despite leading his nation into the knockout stages, the 41-year-old’s performances have sparked debate among pundits and former colleagues alike. Group stage inconsistency Ronaldo’s performance in the 2026 […]

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo led an emotional training ground tribute to assistant coach Ricardo Carvalho following the sudden passing of his father, Manuel Ribeiro de Carvalho. The tight-knit Seleccao squad formed a poignant huddle at their Florida base to support the former Chelsea defender before his departure from their World Cup camp. Tragedy hits Seleccao […]

The group stage of the 2026 World Cup has concluded, setting new records, both in the number of fans in stadiums and in the consumption of food and drinks during the tournament. According to official figures released by FIFA, after 17 days and 72 matches, a full 4,644,549 fans closely followed the matches in 16 […]

Brazil star Vinicius Junior has said that his fight against racism is more important than any achievement he may achieve on the football field. The Real Madrid striker has been one of the most prominent players at the 2026 World Cup, scoring four goals in Brazil’s first three matches. He scored once against Morocco, another […]

It’s not just veterans like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo who are making their mark at the 2026 World Cup. The tournament held in the United States, Mexico and Canada is also serving as a stage for a new generation of talent who are playing fearlessly and capturing the world’s attention. Of the 85 players […]

Social media has been filled with reactions after Portugal’s draw with Colombia left Ronaldo’s side on the tougher half of the World Cup bracket, making their route to the final significantly more challenging.