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Ronaldo fails to score in Portugal opener as matchday one of World Cup group stages come to a close

Euronews · Jun 18, 2026, 4:52 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Ronaldo, who matches Messi in a record sixth World Cup appearance, failed to become the first player to score in six different tournaments in his nation’s opening fixture against DR Congo.

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Al Jazeera Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup 2026 opener ARY News Ronaldo fails to shine as DR Congo earn historic World Cup point Dawn News Ronaldo fails to shine as DR Congo earn historic World Cup point France 24 World Cup 2026: Resilient DR Congo hold off Ronaldo's Portugal onslaught

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