FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo joins Messi in an exclusive club despite Portugal setback | TheBriefWire
FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo joins Messi in an exclusive club despite Portugal setback
Published 18 June 2026 ยท sports
Cristiano Ronaldo achieved a historic sixth World Cup appearance, joining Lionel Messi in an elite club. However, this milestone was overshadowed by Portugal's disappointing 1-1
Cristiano Ronaldo achieved a historic sixth World Cup appearance, joining Lionel Messi in an elite club. However, this milestone was overshadowed by Portugal's disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo. The veteran forward had a quiet game, struggling to make an impact and extending his major tournament goal drought to ten matches, raising concerns about his current form.
Published: June 18, 2026 โข 9:45 AM IST ยท Updated: June 18, 2026 โข 11:02 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Cristiano Ronaldo achieved a historic sixth World Cup appearance, joining Lionel Messi in an elite club.
However, this milestone was overshadowed by Portugal's disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo.
The veteran forward had a quiet game, struggling to make an impact and extending his major tournament goal drought to ten matches, raising concerns about his current form.