Portugal World Cup squad confirmed as Ronaldo gets final chance to win football's biggest prize

Cristiano Ronaldo enters the 2026 World Cup at age 41, potentially facing his final opportunity to win football’s biggest prize. He remains Portugal’s captain and is set for a record sixth World Cup appearance, carrying major expectations despite not being in his prime. Portugal are placed in Group K with the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia, and are viewed as favourites to go far. Roberto Martinez’s side includes key midfield creators such as Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva, with Rafael Leao providing pace and creativity in attack. Portugal’s group matches are scheduled against Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia across Houston and Miami Gardens.

"Cristiano Ronaldo heads to the 2026 World Cup knowing it could be his final chance to lift football's biggest prize. At 41, the Portugal icon remains the central figure for his country as they prepare for a seventh consecutive tournament appearance in North America. Ronaldo has already won multiple major honours during his career, including the European Championship and UEFA Nations League with Portugal, but the World Cup remains the one major trophy missing from his collection."

"Sitting in Group K alongside the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uzbekistan and Colombia, Roberto Martinez's side are among the favourites to go all the way this summer, even with an ageing Ronaldo in their Ranks. Ronaldo Still Leads Portugal's Hopes Ronaldo is set to play at a record sixth World Cup and remains Portugal's captain heading into the tournament. Despite his age, he continues to be one of the most important players in the squad and will again carry huge expectations, even if he is no longer in his prime."

"Portugal also possess major quality around him, with Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva expected to control games in midfield, while Rafael Leao offers pace and creativity in attack. Portugal's Group Stage Fixtures 17 June: Portugal vs Democratic Republic of Congo Houston, Texas 23 June: Portugal vs Uzbekistan Houston, Texas 27 June: Colombia vs Portugal Miami Gardens, Florida"

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