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Ronaldo: "This will be my last World Cup"

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Ahead of the round of 16 match against Spain, Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed this will be the final World Cup of his career, while expressing confidence that Portugal is capable of overcoming their biggest opponent yet in the tournament.

Yamal hopes to face Ronaldo

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Following Spain's victory over Austria, Lamine Yamal expressed excitement about the possibility of encountering Cristiano Ronaldo in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

Ronaldo breaks World Cup knockout stage scoring drought

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Cristiano Ronaldo scores his first goal in a World Cup knockout match, becoming the oldest player to do so as Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in the round of 16.

Messi laughs loudly as teammate's item is confiscated in the US

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Lionel Messi shows amusement as Cristian Romero's lighter is confiscated during a security check at Miami airport.

Portugal - Croatia: Ronaldo, Modric start

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Cristiano Ronaldo reunites with Luka Modric as the Portugal national team faces Croatia in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Kick-off is at 6h.

Why does Ronaldo lean during the national anthem ceremony?

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While his Portugal teammates stand straight and face the main stands, Cristiano Ronaldo often leans to one side during the national anthem ceremony.

Ronaldo's World Cup Knockout Drought

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Cristiano Ronaldo has scored in six consecutive World Cups and holds numerous global football records, but he has never scored or assisted in a knockout stage match.

Portugal coach dodges questions about resting Ronaldo before Croatia match

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Coach Roberto Martinez declined to confirm Cristiano Ronaldo's availability for the World Cup 2026 round of 16 match against Croatia, stating that all personnel decisions prioritize the team's collective interest.

Behind the photo with 12 million likes on Ronaldo's page

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After discovering Cristiano Ronaldo posted his photo on social media without giving credit, photographer Edmund Wong contacted the star to claim authorship.

Portugal coach: "only children compare Ronaldo with Messi"

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Coach Roberto Martinez stated that comparing Cristiano Ronaldo with Lionel Messi is unprofessional, and defended his decision to let the 41-year-old forward play the full 90 minutes in Portugal's 0-0 draw against Colombia at the World Cup 2026.

Colombia - Portugal: Ronaldo starts

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Cristiano Ronaldo and teammates are determined to defeat Colombia in the final Group K match of World Cup 2026 to claim the top spot and secure a favorable knockout stage path.

Martinez: 'Ronaldo helps Portugal avoid pressure'

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Head coach Roberto Martinez believes Cristiano Ronaldo's experience will help Portugal maintain composure under fan pressure in today's decisive World Cup 2026 Group K match against Colombia.

Ibrahimovic: 'Ronaldo acts like he just returned from another planet'

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Former striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic suggests Cristiano Ronaldo's two goals in Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan are not a major achievement at the 2026 World Cup.

Ferdinand revels after Ronaldo scores brace at World Cup

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Former teammate Rio Ferdinand was thrilled after watching Cristiano Ronaldo shine, helping Portugal crush Uzbekistan 5-0 in the second group stage match of the 2026 World Cup.

Ronaldo, Messi named in World Cup 2026 second round best XI

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are featured, while Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland were not selected for the World Cup 2026 group stage second round best XI, according to Brazilian newspaper Globo Esporte.

Cannavaro: 'you will pay if you give Ronaldo an inch'

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According to coach Fabio Cannavaro, Uzbekistan players were warned about Cristiano Ronaldo's danger but could not resist, leading to a 0-5 loss to Portugal in the 2026 World Cup.

Portugal coach: 'Ronaldo is a reference point in the attacking system'

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Coach Roberto Martinez praised Cristiano Ronaldo not only for his goal-scoring prowess but also for his vital role within the entire attacking structure of the Portugal national team.