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Thierry Henry hails Cristiano Ronaldo’s vital change to inspire Portugal at World Cup

The Fox Sports analyst had been critical of Ronaldo’s performance in the stalemate with DR Congo, but two goals and an assist inspired Portugal to a 5-0 win against Uzbekistan

The Independent UK

Who Is DR Congo’s ‘Living Statue’? The 2026 World Cup Welcomes Lumumba Vea

The gimmick is a tribute to a key figure in DR Congo’s history.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal vs Uzbekistan LIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo on a hat-trick after silencing World Cup critics

Ronaldo has responded to criticism with a brace in an impressive performance against debutants Uzbekistan

The Independent UK

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Portugal coach Roberto Martinez defends team and Cristiano Ronaldo from ‘unfair and unjust’ criticism

Portugal came in for heavy criticism after Ronaldo was not substituted against DR Congo despite struggling in the World Cup opener

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup 2026: Heavyweights Portugal, England, Croatia take centre stage, eye big results

Portugal entered their encounter under pressure but remained one of the most talented squads in the competition. With Cristiano Ronaldo leading a team packed with world-class experience and technical quality, the Portuguese will be determined to return to winning ways after a 1-1 draw against DR Congo.

The Economic Times

World Cup schedule today: How to watch England v Ghana, TV channels & live stream Tuesday 23 June

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Tuesday 23 June, including kick-off times, TV channels, and live stream options

The Guardian - US

Colombia vs. DR Congo—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Leopards are out to frustrate an exuberant Colombia team in Guadalajara.

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Portugal vs. Uzbekistan—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Portugal can’t afford another lackluster performance in Group K.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal star urges teammates to use Cristiano Ronaldo as inspiration to get World Cup campaign back on track

Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw in their opening World Cup match by DR Congo

The Independent UK

Portugal Predicted Lineup vs. Uzbekistan—World Cup Group K

Roberto Martinez’s side need a reaction in this pivotal clash.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

Portugal vs Uzbekistan meet at NRG Stadium on June 23 with Portugal a -450 favorite. Our pick targets the win plus goals over 3 at +104.

Sports Lens

Colombia vs DR Congo World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Colombia vs DR Congo World Cup 2026 predictions: Can Diaz and Rodriguez dismantle a DR Congo side that held Portugal to a draw in Group K?

Sports Lens

DR Congo's deadly Ebola outbreak is 'evolving fast', WHO warns

The deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is rapidly spreading in spite of accelerating public health measures, the World Health Organization (WHO) said Friday. The outbreak, which began in mid-May, is caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus for which there is not yet a vaccine or specific treatment.

France 24

Ebola death toll in DRC and Uganda passes 200 as funding pledges fall short

The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda has claimed more than 200 lives in its first month, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. With hundreds more cases confirmed, it is the worst Ebola emergency in years – yet less than 10 percent of pledges made…

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Drama around Portugal World Cup squad as Cristiano Ronaldo criticism proves divisive

41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo was ineffective in his side's 1-1 draw with DR Congo, but some people have not wanted to hear that

France 24

Ghana pushes for concrete slavery reparations

In today's edition: Leaders from Africa and the Caribbean meet in Ghana for a landmark conference on reparatory justice. Also, Taiwan has accused Kenya of bowing to Chinese pressure to sideline Taiwanese officials who were meant to take part in an international oceans forum that wrapped up in Mombasa. And…

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | Portugal Has a Cristiano Ronaldo Problem

The legendary striker is doing the team more harm than good, as evidenced by his poor play in a 1–1 draw against DR Congo.

FourFourTwo

Who will England play in the World Cup Round of 16? And what is their potential route to the final?

England have topped Group L to make it into the knockout stage of the World Cup

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Euronews

Cristiano Ronaldo faces media backlash as pundits slam Portugal's display against DR Congo

The 41-year-old Portugal captain was hit by a barrage of criticism after a display that fell short of expectations at what is his sixth and, possibly, last World Cup.

The Independent UK

Thierry Henry perfectly explains what Cristiano Ronaldo did wrong in Portugal’s World Cup draw with DR Congo

Ronaldo failed to score as Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the African minnows in Houston on Wednesday

FourFourTwo

World Cup day seven highlights: Harry Kane helps England to a winning start, Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal are held by DR Congo and Ghana leave it late to beat Panama

England got off to a winning start with an impressive attacking display against Croatia but Portugal were held to a draw

Euronews

Ronaldo fails to score in disappointing Portugal opener as England dismantle Croatia in 4-2 win

Ronaldo, who matches Messi in a record sixth World Cup appearance, failed to become the first player to score in six different tournaments in his nation’s opening fixture against DR Congo.

Sports Illustrated

Thierry Henry Eviscerates Cristiano Ronaldo With Brutal Seven-Word Message

Ronaldo responds to the wave of backlash which his wayward performance for Portugal against DR Congo inspired.

AAP

SPO:Apologetic Ronaldo fails to fire in Portugal shock

Another shock has rocked the World Cup as the DR Congo held fancied Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, to a 1-1 draw.

Bangkok Post

Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener

HOUSTON: ⁠Portugal ⁠and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo were left frustrated after being ‌held to a 1-1 draw by Group K rivals Democratic Republic of Congo in their World Cup clash in ⁠a sodden Houston on Wednesday.

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