Cristiano Ronaldo dedicated Portugal’s dramatic FIFA World Cup victory over Croatia to the memory of late teammate Diogo Jota, describing the timing as a remarkable “coincidence of life.” Portugal secured a 2-1 win to reach the last 16 almost exactly one year after Jota’s tragic death, making the emotional occasion even more meaningful for the […]
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Ronaldo shines as Portugal hammer Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a record-breaking performance as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0 in their Group K clash at the FIFA World Cup 2026, strengthening their position in the race for the knockout stage. The 41-year-old forward scored twice in Houston, becoming the first player in football history to score in six different FIFA World Cups. The […]
Ronaldo chases history with sixth world cup appearance
Cristiano Ronaldo will lead Portugal national football team into the 2026 FIFA World Cup after coach Roberto Martinez included the veteran striker in his final squad. At 41 years old, Ronaldo is set to become the first player to appear in six separate World Cup tournaments, further extending his remarkable international football career. The experienced […]
Roberto Martinez backs Ronaldo to reach 1000 career goals
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez has expressed full confidence that Cristiano Ronaldo can reach the remarkable milestone of 1000 career goals, praising the forward’s current form and unmatched determination. Ronaldo, who currently has 955 career goals, has scored 25 goals for Portugal under Martinez since the coach took over in March 2023. Despite the pursuit of […]
Ronaldo still ‘very important’ for Portugal, says Martinez
Cristiano Ronaldo remains a “very important” player for Portugal, coach Roberto Martinez said on Sunday after the veteran striker scored a second successive brace in Euro 2024 qualifying against Luxembourg. The 38-year-old opened the scoring for the Euro 2016 winners by turning in Nuno Mendes’ header and slotted home another in the 31st minute as […]
Martinez includes Witsel in Belgium squad for Euro 2020
Brussels: Belgium coach Roberto Martinez on Monday named a 26-strong squad for Euro 2020, including Axel Witsel but without Marouane Fellaini. Witsel underwent an operation on his achilles tendon in January and resumed running just a few days ago, leaving his availability for the June 11-July 11 tournament in doubt. “With a squad extended […]