Cristiano Ronaldo struggles in Portugal's match against DR Congo at Euros
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 4:42 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo had a disappointing performance during Portugal's match against the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He recorded just 25 touches, with only three off-target shots and failed to create significant chances for his team. This reflects a broader trend, as Ronaldo has now gone 10 matches without scoring in major international tournaments. The match appears to be pivotal for assessing his future role with the national team as Portugal seeks to bounce back in the Euros.
- •Ronaldo had 25 touches in 100 minutes versus DR Congo.
- •Portugal recorded only 7 shots, with 1 on target.
- •Ronaldo has not scored in 10 international matches.
- •Portugal faces criticism following one of its worst performances.
- •Next matches will determine Ronaldo's future contributions.
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