"Without the suspended Ronaldo, Portugal ensured the soccer great would have the chance to appear at a record sixth World Cup. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner will be 41 by the time the tournament kicks off next June and Ronaldo recently said it would be his last shot at winning the one major title to elude him. Assuming he retains his fitness, he is expected to be part of coach Roberto Martinez's squad,"
"Portugal sealed its place at next year's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico with a 9-1 rout of Armenia on Sunday. Haaland scored twice as Norway confirmed qualification with a 4-1 win against four-time world champion Italy, which was consigned to the playoffs. Ireland is also in the playoffs after a stunning late comeback to beat Hungary 3-2, while England ended its qualifying campaign with a 100% record by beating Albania 2-0."
Portugal secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup with a 9-1 win over Armenia, ensuring Cristiano Ronaldo will likely appear at a record sixth tournament. Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves each scored hat tricks to confirm top spot in Group F. Norway qualified after Erling Haaland scored twice in a 4-1 victory that sent four-time champion Italy to the playoffs. Ireland reached the playoffs following a late 3-2 comeback against Hungary. England completed qualifying with a perfect record after beating Albania 2-0. Defending champion Argentina has already secured its place for the tournament.
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