Cristiano Ronaldo prepares for sixth World Cup with Portugal roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:00 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to participate in his sixth World Cup with Portugal. As of June 17, 2026, he has scored 25 goals in 30 matches under coach Roberto Martinez, including five during World Cup qualifying. Despite recent struggles at Euro 2024, Ronaldo remains a key figure for Portugal as they look to secure their first World Cup title. Reports indicate that he may play a vital back-up role, reflecting his adaptation in a changing team dynamic amid discussions about his past impact versus current form.
- •Ronaldo is 41 years old as he heads into the World Cup.
- •He scored five goals in World Cup qualifying matches.
- •Portugal's last World Cup campaign saw Ronaldo struggle to score.
- •Coaches are evaluating his role in light of recent form.
- •The team seeks its first World Cup title in 2026.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Why Cristiano Ronaldo's best chance of winning a first World Cup with Portugal is as a back-up
"As he prepares to step out at his sixth World Cup, a 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo needs Portugal more than Portugal needs him.
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