Clint Dempsey breaks down the psychological stakes of the WC, explaining why Cristiano Ronaldo faces far more legacy pressure than Messi.

Portugal open their World Cup 2026 journey on 17 June against DR Congo, with Ronaldo aiming for glory in his last tournament. The squad, mourning Diogo Jota, boasts a strong midfield and tactical flexibility.

In a sixth World Cup for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, could the pair finally face each other in the tournament?

As Cristiano Ronaldo prepares for his sixth World Cup with Portugal, BBC Sport take a closer look at his place in the team.

Ronaldo has earned more during his playing career than any athlete in history and now enters the World Cup as the world's newest billionaire, alongside Lionel Messi.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of starting for Portugal at this summer’s World Cup owe a lot to Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique. The 41-year-old is set to appear at his sixth

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Cristiano Ronaldo next World Cup match: Fixture schedule, start time, draw bracket as Portugal face DR Congo originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Cristiano Ronaldo returns with Portugal for what will surely be his final tilt at World Cup glory.