Cristiano Ronaldo starts World Cup match for Portugal against Congo

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.

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