A long-standing World Cup trend suggests the road to glory may be more complicated than many supporters expect

It would have been unthinkable at the start of the 2022 World Cup to suggest Cristiano Ronaldo was anything other than the undisputed leader of the Portugal team

Portugal have never reached the final and their best performance was in 1966 but this squad can go all the way

A talented Portuguese roster is aiming to deliver Cristiano Ronaldo his crowning glory.

Cristiano Ronaldo aims to make history by scoring in his sixth World Cup as Portugal faces Congo on June 17, 2026.

Group K features favorites Portugal alongside Colombia, DR Congo, and debutants Uzbekistan, all aiming to make an impact in 2026.

Ronaldo, now 41, is gearing up for what's set to be his final World Cup appearance. And it could be Portugal's best ever shot at lifting the trophy.

A long-standing World Cup trend suggests the road to glory may be more complicated than many supporters expect