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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

Latest next Scotland manager odds after Steve Clarke's World Cup exit

The National (Scotland)

VAR, tears and Ronaldo: Portugal survive a World Cup classic

Portugal secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia to advance to the Round of 16, a win overshadowed by a controversial late VAR decision. After Croatia thought they had equalized in stoppage time, semi-automated offside technology disallowed Josko Gvardiol's goal due to a marginal touch. Earlier, Cristiano Ronaldo became the…

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Portugal survive late drama to beat Croatia and reach World Cup last 16

TORONTO - Cristiano Ronaldo scored the first World Cup knockout-stage goal of his career, Goncalo Ramos netted a stoppage-time header and Portugal got a last-second break ‌on an offside call to beat Croatia 2-1 on Thursday and set up a last-16 clash with Spain.

Bangkok Post

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

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks teammate’s World Cup record with first-ever knockout goal

Ronaldo ended a six-tournament wait to score for Portugal in the World Cup knockouts but was substituted 12 minutes later

The Independent UK

Diogo Jota given touching World Cup tribute during Portugal national anthem

A picture of Jota appeared on the BMO Field big screen at the end of the Portuguese national anthem

The Independent UK

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When did Diogo Jota die? Former Portugal player honoured at World Cup match

Diogo Jota was honoured ahead of Portugal’s World Cup match against Croatia on Thursday evening. Jota tragically passed away in a car crash on 3 July last year at the age of 28, alongside his brother Andre Silva. On the eve of the one-year anniversary of his passing, an image…

The Independent UK

Portugal-Croatia: Ramos strikes late as Selecao edge Croatia to reach last 16

Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric met in a dramatic Round of 32 clash in Toronto, with two football icons once again sharing a World Cup stage that could mark the end of their international journeys. The former Real Madrid teammates led Portugal and Croatia into a tense knockout battle, which…

France 24

Portugal vs Croatia prediction as two of Europe's best players go head-to-head

Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric are set to face off against one another in huge World Cup Round of 32 battle

FourFourTwo

Portugal vs Croatia: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Winners facing a potential last-16 showdown against Spain

Evening Standard

Ronaldo and Modric struggle to defy Father Time at World Cup

Football legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric, both over 40, are set to make World Cup history as Portugal faces Croatia. While their enduring careers are celebrated, questions linger about whether their veteran status is hindering their teams' progress. Despite individual moments of brilliance, both stars have shown signs of…

The Economic Times

Latest next Scotland manager odds after Steve Clarke's World Cup exit

The National (Scotland)

No goals but Portugal and Colombia play out World Cup thriller in Miami heat

MIAMI - As Portugal ⁠and Colombia squared up ⁠for their final World Cup group game, top spot in Group K was on the line and the intensity on display from both teams matched the stakes in an entertaining but ultimately goalless draw.

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

Cristiano Ronaldo out to build on record-breaking brace against Uzbekistan in Group K decider

Bangkok Post

England, Portugal eye top spots in final group matches

LOS ANGELES - England and Portugal will aim to finish on a high as the World Cup group stages draw to a close on Saturday with the final places in the knockout rounds up for grabs.

The Economic Times

Winning FIFA World Cup group takes a backseat to getting ready for the knockout stage for some teams

FFIA World Cup 2026: Coaches at the football tournament are shifting strategies, prioritizing player rest and injury prevention over group stage dominance. Norway, without star Haaland, lost to France but focused on a longer tournament run. Portugal's Martinez aims for wins, while Colombia's Lorenzo considers opponent matchups. Spain's de la…

Evening Standard

The World Cup is wasted on the old guard - the stars of tomorrow deserve better

Comment: Cristiano Ronaldo’s vanity tour and Manuel Neuer’s calamitous goalkeeping indicative of a deeper problem undercutting football’s greatest show

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Colombia vs Portugal World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Colombia vs Portugal World Cup 2026 predictions: Portugal favored at -105 to claim Group K top spot at Hard Rock Stadium on June 27.

The National (Scotland)

Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan: Record-breaking Ronaldo silences critics with brace

Ronaldo announced his arrival at the World Cup with two goals as Portugal ignited their campaign with a 5-0 thrashing of Uzbekistan.

Evening Standard

What record has Cristiano Ronaldo set with first World Cup 2026 goal?

Cristiano Ronaldo has finally arrived at the World Cup 2026 party, creating history in the process

The Independent UK

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

Cristiano Ronaldo backed to shine at World Cup after heavy Portugal criticism

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The Independent UK

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

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Portugal vs Uzbekistan prediction: Will Cristiano Ronaldo get off the mark at World Cup?

Underdogs Uzbekistan will look to produce an upset against Portugal in Group K.

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