Cristiano Ronaldo starts World Cup match for Portugal against Congo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:49 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo is part of Portugal's starting lineup for their World Cup opener against Congo on June 17 in Houston. Fans braved rain to see Ronaldo play in his sixth World Cup, entering with eight career goals across 22 matches. Portugal's lineup also features Diogo Costa, João Cancelo, and Bruno Fernandes among others. The marquee matchup follows Lionel Messi's recent hat trick, which ties him with Miroslav Klose for the men's all-time World Cup goals record.
- •Portugal plays Congo in their World Cup debut.
- •Ronaldo aims to add to his World Cup goals tally.
- •Match held at NRG Stadium in Houston.
- •Portugal's starting XI includes key players like Bernardo Silva and Vitinha.
- 3:49 PMYahoo Sports — Portugal lineup confirmed: Is Cristiano Ronaldo starting World Cup vs. Congo?
"Cristiano Ronaldo starts Portugal's World Cup opener in Houston.
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