Portugal will begin its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on June 17 when it takes on DR Congo in Houston. Just hours before the opening match, Cristiano Ronaldo shared a message with supporters that quickly drew attention across social media.

Portugal faces DR Congo on June 17 at NRG Stadium in the 2026 World Cup opener. Crypto remains absent from FIFA's sponsorship landscape for the tournament.

HOUSTON, June 15 : Portugal’s latest bid for World Cup glory begins in Houston on Wednesday when they take on the Democratic Republic of Congo in a Group K clash against a side…