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What is 'Snicko'? World Cup VAR drama explained after Portugal vs Croatia chaos

Cricket-style technology used to rule out Josko Gvardiol’s last-gasp equaliser in dramatic last-32 thriller

Evening Standard

Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes

Portugal clinched a thrilling 2-1 win against Croatia in the 109th minute, propelling them to the next stage of the World Cup. A controversial VAR decision disallowed Croatia's potential equalizer for offside, leaving Luka Modric and his teammates devastated. Meanwhile, Goncalo Ramos and Cristiano Ronaldo shone brightly for Portugal, celebrating…

The Economic Times

Ronaldo’s tears, Martinez’s choice and Modric’s ending: Inside Portugal v Croatia, a World Cup epic

One of the most-dramatic games in World Cup history ended with Ronaldo – who had scored and finally been substituted – paying tribute to his late teammate Diogo Jota

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Why Croatia’s Late Equalizer vs. Portugal Didn’t Count—2026 World Cup

Croatia endured a heartbreaking elimination just when the game looked destined for extra time.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal 2-1 Croatia: Goncalo Ramos wins it at the death as VAR denies Josko Gvardiol heroics

Selecao’s talisman notched first knockout goal at long last

Evening Standard

Why Croatia’s 103rd-minute equaliser against Portugal was disallowed by VAR

Croatia believed they had scored a 103rd-minute equaliser against Portugal in their World Cup clash on Thursday. Ivan Perisic had put Croatia head in the 53rd minute before Cristiano Ronaldo equalised from the penalty spot 15 minutes later, and then Goncalo Ramos made it 2-1 to Portugal with a powerful…

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo finally ends his World Cup knockout goal drought after VAR review

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup knockout goal in Portugal’s clash with Croatia on Thursday. Playing in his sixth World Cup, Ronaldo had never scored in the knockout stages, with all 10 of his previous World Cup goals coming in the group phase. He thought he had cancelled out…

The Independent UK

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How to watch Portugal vs Croatia: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Cristiano Ronaldo faces Luka Modric at FIFA World Cup 2026, team news

Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric both start as Portugal face Croatia at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the last-32 clash for free online and from anywhere.

TechRadar

Portugal vs Croatia lineups: Starting XIs, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Luka Modric for a place in the last-16

Evening Standard

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

Portugal will clash with Croatia for the sixth time this decade on Thursday.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal Predicted Lineup vs. Croatia: World Cup Round of 32

Failure to win Group K ensures a tough opening knockout match for Roberto Martínez’s side.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal Predicted Lineup vs. Uzbekistan—World Cup Group K

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

Sports Illustrated

Portugal XI vs Uzbekistan: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 today

One of the pre-tournament favourites are still searching for first win

Evening Standard

How to watch Portugal vs DR Congo: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for Cristiano Ronaldo's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener, team news

Cristiano Ronaldo appears at a record-equalling sixth FIFA World Cup as he starts for Portugal against DR Congo. Find out how to watch the Group K fixture online and from anywhere including free live stream options, TV channel details, kick-off time.

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The Four Biggest Storylines for Portugal at the 2026 World Cup

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

The Guardian - UK

Villarreal tried everything against Barcelona – except moving the game to Miami

In a match mercifully on Spanish soil, Villarreal bombarded Barça but were undone by profligacy and ill-discipline

Sports Illustrated

Barcelona Player Ratings vs. Villarreal: Electrifying Duo End the Year in Style

Barcelona emerged victorious away at Villarreal for a sixth straight match.

Sports Illustrated

Villarreal vs. Man City: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Man City visit the home of the Yellow Submarine in Gameweek 3 of the league phase.

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Portugal vs. Hungary—2026 World Cup Qualifier: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Cristiano Ronaldo’s place at the 2026 World Cup is almost assured.

Evening Standard

Chelsea: No way back to first-team training for Chelsea's 'bomb squad', exiles says Enzo Maresca

The Italian has had no contact with the three players who failed to find moves away from the club this summer

Evening Standard

Chelsea agree latest exit as ruthless transfer clear-out continues

Blues seeking to offload at least another SEVEN more players before the window closes

Sports Illustrated

Chelsea Defender Completes Permanent La Liga Transfer, Two Loan Exits Lined Up

Renato Veiga earns Chelsea a healthy profit in just 12 months.

The Independent UK

Enzo Maresca hopes Chelsea can improve their conversion rate to aid title hopes

The Blues have spent around £160million on attacking players, all of whom played some part in Sunday’s lacklustre 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Chelsea to Bank Another Healthy Profit After Agreeing to Sell Wantaway Defender

Chelsea have made a habit in the BlueCo era of buying young talents and quickly selling them on.

Evening Standard

Renato Veiga joins Chelsea summer exodus as Villarreal agree club record deal for defender

The Portuguese made just 14 appearances for the Blues

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