Cristiano Ronaldo aims for one last World Cup title with Portugal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 2:56 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo returns for his sixth World Cup as Portugal's key player, aiming to secure the nation's first title. The team ranks fifth in the FIFA standings and is a dark horse in the tournament. Ronaldo, a prolific scorer, scored 973 career goals and remains crucial to the team's strategy despite declines in his performance. This tournament presents a critical opportunity for a player who has redefined goal scoring in football.
- •Ronaldo celebrates a recent Saudi Pro League match for Al Nassr.
- •Portugal has two losses since 2025 but remains a contender.
- •Ronaldo's scoring rate has declined, but he still scores regularly.
- •The World Cup marks Ronaldo's final chance for a trophy with Portugal.
- •Portugal currently sits sixth in odds for the World Cup.
- 2:56 PMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo’s final shot at the ultimate prize
"The most prolific goalscorer gets one final chance to capture the ultimate prize.
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