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After the win, Ronaldo admitted Portugal had gone through what he called a “dark week” following the disappointing draw against DR Congo. He said the criticism around the team had been intense and that the reaction after one match felt over the top, especially considering how early Portugal still are in the tournament. That made […]

Cristiano Ronaldo had an awkward post-match moment after Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan when he was repeatedly asked about a possible showdown with Lionel Messi instead of Portugal’s performance. Ronaldo made it clear he wanted the focus to stay on Portugal and the game that had just been played, rather than turning the press conference […]

Cristiano Ronaldo’s record-breaking night for Portugal quickly sparked a reaction from Zlatan Ibrahimović — and it was exactly the kind of quote people expected from Zlatan. After Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan and shouted “I’m back” toward the cameras, Zlatan was asked about the moment during FOX’s World Cup coverage. His […]

Uzbekistan manager Fabio Cannavaro had nothing but praise for Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal’s dominant win, warning just how dangerous he still is inside the box. Cannavaro said defenders have to be extremely smart around Ronaldo because even the smallest mistake can be punished immediately. The Italian, himself a World Cup winner, admitted Ronaldo remains one […]

Portugal boss Roberto Martinez was full of praise for Cristiano Ronaldo after the 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, describing him as the “perfect captain” following his two-goal performance. Martinez highlighted Ronaldo’s leadership, professionalism, and influence inside the squad after a week in which both the player and the manager had come under pressure. While Ronaldo’s goals […]

After Portugal’s 5-0 victory, Uzbekistan head coach Fabio Cannavaro admitted that his side struggled to cope with the intensity and quality of the Portuguese attack. Cannavaro acknowledged that Cristiano Ronaldo’s early goal changed the momentum of the match, forcing Uzbekistan to chase the game against one of the tournament favourites. He praised Ronaldo’s movement and […]

Cristiano Ronaldo’s performance in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan immediately sparked strong reactions from former teammates and Premier League legends, with several high-profile voices rushing to praise the 41-year-old forward. Rio Ferdinand highlighted Ronaldo’s mentality, pointing to how he continues to deliver on the biggest stages despite constant criticism about his age and longevity. Gary […]

Portugal needed a response after their disappointing start to the 2026 World Cup — and Cristiano Ronaldo made sure they got one. In a dominant 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, Ronaldo scored twice and led Portugal to a result that completely changed the mood around their campaign. Beyond the scoreline, Ronaldo’s performance carried huge significance. His […]

Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t just answer his critics with goals — he answered them with a message. After Portugal’s 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan, Ronaldo made it clear that the doubts surrounding him over the past week only fueled his response, declaring that people should never count him out. The Portuguese captain had faced heavy criticism after […]