Also known as: Portugal's forward Cristiano Ronaldo · the Portugal icon · the five-time Ballon d'Or winner · Ronaldos · Portuguese great Ronaldo · Cris · Portuguese attacker · five-time Ballon d'Or winner
Portuguese footballer, 41, suspended 30 days by Portugal federation for leaving national team camp during UEFA Nations League in October 2026.
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… Brazil have a trump card of their own in Vinicius Junior, whose four goals at the tournament have made him the team's leading scorer and most influential player. - We can stop anyone - He became the first Brazilian since Ronaldo and Rivaldo in 2002 to score in all three group sta …
Norway pin hopes on Haaland against Brazil in World Cup last 16Citizen Digital
Portugal defeat impressive Croatia 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16 By AFP July 03, 2026 04:35 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring his team's first goal …
Portugal defeat impressive Croatia 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16The Standard
… Cristiano Ronaldo played his role in the victory, stroking home a penalty that cancelled out Ivan Perisic's opener.It was Ronaldo's first ever goal in the knockout phase of the World Cup and his remarkable international career will have another chapter when Portugal face Spain in …
Portugal advance in World Cup thanks to last-gasp Ramos winnerCitizen Digital
… (Photo by Francois Nel / Getty Images via AFP) Audio By Vocalize European champions Spain cruised into the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday with a dominant 3-0 win over Austria to set up a potential showdown with Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal. …
Spain power into last 16 at World Cup, Portugal face CroatiaCitizen Digital
… to battle stifling heat in Toronto World Cup match By AFP July 02, 2026 03:25 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter This combination of pictures created on July 1, 2026, shows Portugal's forward Cristiano Ronaldo …
Portugal, Croatia to battle stifling heat in Toronto World Cup matchCitizen Digital
Ronaldo and Modric struggle to defy Father Time at World Cup By AFP July 01, 2026 03:23 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring the opening goal dur …
Ronaldo and Modric struggle to defy Father Time at World CupCitizen Digital
… They held Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal 1-1 in their opening game of the tournament and only narrowly lost 1-0 to Colombia in their other group match. …
DR Congo have 'nothing to lose' in England World Cup clashThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeCristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric will make history when two outfield players aged over 40 face off for the first time in a World Cup as Portugal take on Croatia in tomorrow's last-32 clash. …
Ronaldo and Modric struggle to defy Father Time at World CupCitizen Digital
… Desabre's men then thwarted Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal as Wissa's header secured a 1-1 draw in their opening World Cup game. …
'We came from nothing': DR Congo dreams of England World Cup upsetThe Standard
… The wealthy Gulf monarchy has invested nearly two billion dollars in football over the last three years, luring Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and Karim Benzema to the Saudi Pro League, now one of the most lucrative competitions in the world. …
Saudi football federation chief resigns after World Cup exitReal Madrid coach Jose Mourinho will take charge of his first Clasico against La Liga leaders Barcelona at Camp Nou on Sunday. Mourinho's previous stint at Madrid from 2010–13 was marked by rivalry with Barcelona under Pep Guardiola, culminating in Real Madrid's Spanish title win in 2012.
24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho will take charge of his first Clasico against La Liga leaders Barcelona at Camp Nou on Sunday. Mourinho's previous stint at Madrid from 2010–13 was marked by rivalry with Barcelona under Pep Guardiola, culminating in Real Madrid's Spanish title win in 2012.
24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has accused Cristiano Ronaldo of letting the team down during his time in charge, citing instances where Ronaldo refused to come on as a substitute, pulled out of training sessions, and did not complete full runs after a 4-0 defeat to Brentford.
21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cristiano Ronaldo has been handed a 30-day suspension by Portugal's football federation for leaving the national team camp on September 30 during the UEFA Nations League, and will also pay a fine of 255 euros.
20 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Portuguese Football Federation has opened disciplinary proceedings and provisionally suspended Cristiano Ronaldo following his walkout from the national team after not being selected to play in Nations League matches against Norway and Denmark. Ronaldo apologized to supporters and said he would accept any punishment imposed, with potential suspensions ranging from one to six months under the federation's regulations.
11 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Portuguese Football Federation has opened disciplinary proceedings against Cristiano Ronaldo and provisionally suspended him following his departure from the national team squad. Ronaldo left Portugal's Nations League squad after being kept on the bench against Norway on 27 September and learning he would not start against Denmark on 1 October.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harry Kane earned his 125th England cap, matching Peter Shilton's men's record, after scoring twice in a 3-0 win over Czech Republic. With 91 international goals, Kane said he will not rule out eventually catching Cristiano Ronaldo, who leads the all-time charts with 146.
7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ronaldo said he will remain available for the Portuguese national team and apologised for walking out of camp, while accusing coach Jorge Jesus of breaking his word twice regarding his selection.
7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cristiano Ronaldo apologised for leaving Portugal's national team camp but accused coach Jorge Jesus of breaking promises about game time in Nations League matches. Ronaldo said he remains available to compete for his country and would serve a suspension if necessary.
7 October 2026 · The Standard →
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said Cristiano Ronaldo can return to the national team if he wants, after the 41-year-old walked out on the squad when left on the bench for matches against Norway and Denmark in the Nations League.
5 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Portugal playmaker Bruno Fernandes said Cristiano Ronaldo remains the country's greatest footballing icon despite leaving the team's training camp after coach Jorge Jesus announced he would not start against Denmark in a Nations League match; Portugal won the match 4-2 without him.
3 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo left the team's training camp in Denmark on Wednesday after coach Jorge Jesus announced he would be dropped for Thursday's Nations League match against Denmark. Ronaldo had been benched in Portugal's Sunday match against Norway.
1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Goncalo Ramos scored the winner as Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 in Oslo to make back-to-back victories in their UEFA Nations League title defence. Ramos started in place of Cristiano Ronaldo, who was named among substitutes for the first time since September 2024.
28 September 2026 · The Standard →
Harry Kane is four caps short of Peter Shilton's England record of 125 appearances. Kane could equal the record in upcoming Nations League fixtures against Spain, Croatia, and the Czech Republic.
24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, said he is focused on "the present" and refused to set a date for his international retirement when speaking to press ahead of a Nations League match against Wales. He confirmed his ambition to reach 1,000 career goals, having already scored 979 in all competitions.
24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, was named in Portugal's squad for the Nations League campaign under new coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo has said this would "probably" be his final season in football, during which he has scored more than 950 goals for club and country.
18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, will pursue the Asian Champions League with Al Nassr under new coach Ange Postecoglou as the continent's top club competition begins Monday, with big-spending Saudi teams positioned to dominate.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gabriel Martinelli, Arsenal's 25-year-old Brazilian forward, has transferred to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on a four-year deal; British media reports the fee at £60 million, which would make him the most expensive player to leave Arsenal.
3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Kylian Mbappe deserves to win this year's Ballon d'Or, arguing the award should go to "the best player in the world" rather than be decided by World Cup or Champions League success. Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history during the 2026 tournament and was the top scorer in La Liga and the Champions League last season.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Xavi Hernández, newly appointed head coach of the Netherlands national team, vowed to restore the attacking football style the Oranje are known for. He said playing offensive, dominating football will bring better results after the team's disappointing recent World Cup campaign.
26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane received his second European Golden Shoe after scoring the most goals in Europe's top divisions last season. The 33-year-old said he hopes to win the Ballon d'Or after what he calls his "best season ever," during which he scored 73 goals for club and country.
20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, told Vogue magazine that this year is "probably" his last as a professional footballer. The Portuguese forward, who has scored more than 950 goals for club and country, said he wants to leave a "spectacular legacy" and has plans for his future after football mapped out.
16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cristiano Ronaldo and long-term partner Georgina Rodriguez married on August 11, 2026, in a private ceremony in the Portuguese resort of Cascais, capping a decade-long relationship. Their five children attended the wedding.
12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French football icon Zinedine Zidane was appointed head coach of the France national team on Tuesday, tasked with delivering the 2030 World Cup as coach, just as he won it as a player in 1998.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French football icon Zinedine Zidane has been appointed coach of France with the goal of winning the 2030 World Cup, mirroring his success as a player when he helped France win the 1998 World Cup at home. AFP Sport reviews key moments from Zidane's illustrious playing career, including his international debut at age 22 when he scored twice against the Czech Republic and his pivotal role in France's 1998 World Cup victory.
28 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nearly 63 million Americans watched Spain defeat Argentina 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup final held in New Jersey, with Fox's English-language broadcast drawing 38.9 million viewers and Telemundo's Spanish-language coverage reaching 23.9 million, shattering the 22.3 million viewers who watched the 2022 final.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Google data shows Kenyan football fans searched for far more than match results during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with growing curiosity about football traditions, technology, players and shared viewing experiences. The most searched matches in Kenya were France versus Morocco, Brazil versus Norway, Brazil versus Japan, Norway versus England, and Portugal versus Spain.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a 2-1 semi-final victory over England at the 2026 World Cup in Atlanta, setting up goals for Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez after England took an early lead through Anthony Gordon. The 39-year-old Messi said the fixture remained special despite his record-breaking career.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Slaven Bilic has been appointed head coach of Croatia's national football team, replacing Zlatko Dalic who resigned after the country's World Cup exit. The 57-year-old former Croatian international defender, who previously coached Croatia from 2006 to 2012, was unanimously appointed by the Croatian Football Federation.
14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Slaven Bilic, who previously coached Croatia from 2006 to 2012, has been unanimously appointed as the country's national football team head coach, replacing Zlatko Dalic who resigned after Croatia's World Cup exit.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hundreds of Peruvian newborns have been named after Norway striker Erling Haaland ahead of his team's World Cup quarter-final against England, with 468 bearing his surname and 91 carrying his full name, according to Peru's identity registry.
11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →