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Ronaldo Goes Goalless Again as Portugal Are Held to Shock Draw by DR Congo
BBC Sport·Thursday, 18 June 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo, now 41 and the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup match, had just 25 touches and no shots on target as Portugal were held 1-1 by DR Congo. It extends his major tournament goal drought to ten matches. After the game, Congo fans chanted Messi's name at Ronaldo, who responded with a smile.
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