June 23, 2026 22:21
Ronaldo ‘a role model’ says Portugal coach after slow World Cup start
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez praised Cristiano Ronaldo as “a good example for all of us” ahead of the clash with Uzbekistan.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Ronaldo ‘a role model’ says Portugal coach after slow World Cup start
Portugal's coach praises Ronaldo as a role model despite a slow World Cup start, ahead of a crucial match against Uzbekistan.
June 23, 2026 22:20
Recap: Plucky DR Congo holds listless Portugal to 1-1 draw
Portugal and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo were left frustrated after Democratic Republic of Congo fought back to earn a 1-1 draw on June 17 in the African nation’s return to the FIFA World Cup stage after 52 years.
FIFA World Cup: Plucky DR Congo holds listless Portugal to 1-1 draw
DR Congo shocks Portugal with a 1-1 draw in their World Cup Group K opener, despite Ronaldo's missed opportunities.
June 23, 2026 21:09
Lineups announced
Lineups are announced and players are warming up.
Portugal: Diogo Costa, Joao Cancelo, Ruben Dias, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Bruno Fernandes, Pedro Neto, Joao Felix, Cristiano Ronaldo.
Uzbekistan: Abduvohid Nematov, Abdukodir Khusanov, Rustam Ashurmatov, Sherzod Nasrullaev, Abdulla Abdullaev, Behruzjon Karimov, Odiljon Xamrobekov, Otabek Shukurov, Azizjon Ganiev, Abbosbek Fayzullaev, Eldor Shomurodov.
Published - June 23, 2026 10:16 pm IST