WorldNorth AmericaFIFA World CupKristie RiekenJun 24, 2026 – 11.18amHouston | Cristiano Ronaldo had a simple but strong message as the final whistle sounded after Portugal’s big win at the World Cup on Tuesday (Wednesday AEST).“I’m back,” he said directly into the television camera. “I’m back.”APSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In North AmericaFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In World
‘I’m back’: Ronaldo reminds World Cup he’s not done yet
Reports of the 41-year-old Portuguese star’s demise have been greatly exaggerated at this World Cup, silencing critics with 2 goals to enter the history books.










