Cristiano Ronaldo prepares for sixth World Cup with Portugal in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make history by participating in his sixth World Cup in 2026, aiming for his first title with Portugal. The tournament, hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, is expected to be his final international event. Ronaldo, now 41, referenced his age but expressed confidence in his physical condition and contributions to the national team. Despite a hamstring issue keeping him out of recent friendlies, Portugal's coach Roberto Martinez affirmed his role as captain and key player. Ronaldo is also close to reaching a milestone of 1,000 career goals for club and country.
- •Ronaldo aims for his first World Cup title in 2026.
- •He is currently signed with Al-Nassr until 2027.
- •Portugal will compete in Group K with Colombia, DR Congo, and Uzbekistan.
- •Ronaldo's recent form includes eight goals in nine appearances for Portugal.
- •Portugal coach Martinez emphasizes Ronaldo's importance to the team.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo set for historic last hurrah at 2026 World Cup
"Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play in his record-setting sixth World Cup in 2026, aiming for his first title.
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