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The Uncomfortable Truth: Is Cristiano Ronaldo Holding Portugal Back?

The five-time Ballon d’Or was a passenger in Portugal’s disappointing 2026 World Cup opener.

Sports Illustrated

‘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

SPO:Ronaldo fails to fire as Portugal held by DR Congo

Another shock has rocked the World Cup as the DR Congo held fancied Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, to a 1-1 draw.

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Apologetic Ronaldo fails to fire in Portugal shock

Another shock has rocked the World Cup as the DR Congo held fancied Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, to a 1-1 draw.

AAP

Portugal Player Ratings vs. DR Congo: Ronaldo Extends Frustrating Four-Year Wait

For all its dominance of the ball, Portugal couldn’t find a way through and ended the Group K opener frustrated at 1–1.

Sports Illustrated

Yoane Wissa gives DR Congo first ever World Cup point in draw with Portugal

Newcastle striker becomes first DR Congo player to score at a World Cup, cancelling out João Neves’ opener, while Cristiano Ronaldo underwhelms for Portugal

The Guardian - UK

Cristiano Ronaldo made an unusual gesture in Portugal vs DR Congo, and it's not the first time

Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted doing something that really didn't help his team's cause in the World Cup

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IShowSpeed's reaction steals the show after Portugal score their first goal at the 2026 World Cup

IShowSpeed's enthusiastic reaction to Portugal's opening goal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup match against DR Congo captured widespread attention. The streamer's passionate celebration quickly went viral online. Fans enjoyed his energetic display, which has become a hallmark of his football content. This moment highlights Speed's significant influence in the…

The Times of India

World Cup 2026: Resilient DR Congo hold off Ronaldo's Portugal onslaught

Portugal and DR Congo played out a dramatic 1-1 draw in Houston as the African underdogs showed remarkable resilience against one of the tournament's favourites. João Neves gave the Portuguese an early lead, but Yoane Wissa's equaliser just before half-time earned the Leopards a crucial point in their first World…

France 24

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?

FourFourTwo

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

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The Independent UK

Portugal’s touching tribute to Diogo Jota at World Cup opening game against DR Congo

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The Independent UK

Who are the BBC commentators, pundits and presenters for Portugal vs DR Congo?

The Leopards make their first World Cup appearance since 1974 as Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo breaks another record

FourFourTwo

Portugal vs. DR Congo—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats

The 21st game of the 2026 World Cup sees Cristiano Ronaldo launch his final bid for glory on the biggest stage.

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Who is the referee for Portugal vs DR Congo?

Who's in charge as Group K gets underway with Cristiano Ronaldo in the spotlight?

The Independent UK

The number of World Cups Ronaldo has played in as he matches Messi’s record

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TechRadar

How to watch Portugal vs DR Congo: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for Cristiano Ronaldo's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener, team news

Cristiano Ronaldo appears at a record-equalling sixth FIFA World Cup as he starts for Portugal against DR Congo. Find out how to watch the Group K fixture online and from anywhere including free live stream options, TV channel details, kick-off time.

The Guardian - UK

Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

João Neves gave Portugal an early lead, but Yoane Wissa’s equaliser earned DR Congo their first-ever World Cup point

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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

Evening Standard

Portugal vs DR Congo LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and fan reaction

Portugal are heavily-fancied at this summer’s tournament

The Independent UK

Portugal v DR Congo LIVE: World Cup result as Cristiano Ronaldo frustrated by goalless performance in shock draw

Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: Ronaldo was frustrated on his record sixth World Cup start as the Africa side secured a hard-fought draw for their first ever World Cup point

Evening Standard

Where to watch World Cup today and what channel are the games on?

Four more games tonight and overnight with Portugal and England in action

The Independent UK

Body found in search for Briton who vanished while swimming in tourist hotspot

A 23-year-old British man went missing while swimming on a beach in Albufeira, Portugal

Euronews

Intense heat on the way, but no alarmism: IPMA rejects exaggerated forecasts

Portugal's weather agency says Lisbon and inland areas will see very high temperatures next week, with yellow or orange alerts likely, but dismisses alarmist online forecasts.

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch Portugal vs. DR Congo on TV, Live Stream—World Cup

Portugal has won four of its last five matches against African opposition.

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