One of Cristiano Ronaldo's former teammates has spoken about the forward's role within Portugal's World Cup squad

Analysing the big talking points from the drawn Group K opener in Houston's NRG Stadium

The Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has come under scrutiny after Portugal’s disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their FIFA World Cup opener. Former France striker…

Cristiano Ronaldo endured a tough afternoon during Portugal's World Cup opener against DR Congo

Cristiano Ronaldo endured a nightmare start to the World Cup for Portugal

Veteran striker Cristiano Ronaldo has attracted a lot of criticism after Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their opening match of the World Cup on Wednesday

Cristano Ronaldo made only 25 touches throughout the match, his lowest total in a major tournament match for Portugal, in which he has played full 90 minutes. | Football News

Cristiano Ronaldo had a game to forget as Portugal were held by DR Congo - with some of their players admitting they knew the ageing star was limited

Wednesday's 1-1 draw with DR Congo at the World Cup saw the Portuguese struggle to create chances, and their coach failed to adapt

Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane began the World Cup in style, but what happened to Ronaldo and Portugal?

Portugal entered the FIFA World Cup 2026 as one of the favourites for the title, but the former European champions stumbled in their opening Group K fixture. | Football News

While praising Ronaldo's legendary career and status in the game, Mukau admitted that age has naturally affected the Portugal captain's game. | Football News

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal squad is facing talk of a possible 'civil war' after claims the 41-year-old was sabotaged by his team-mates during their 1-1 draw with DR Congo.

One of Cristiano Ronaldo's former teammates has spoken about the forward's role within Portugal's World Cup squad

Portugal have insisted they are shutting out criticism surrounding the team and captain Cristiano Ronaldo after their disappointing start.