Cristiano Ronaldo trains with Portugal ahead of World Cup in Gardens
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:21 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portugal national team are set to train in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup. Ronaldo, a prominent figure in soccer, previously drew significant attention in 2020 when he caused Coca-Cola to lose billions in market value after promoting water over its products at a press conference. As Portugal approaches its opening matches in the tournament, they are ranked sixth in the world, indicating their competitive stature. The team's coach, Roberto Martinez, has been guiding them since January 2023, and they are noted for their strong offensive capabilities, having advanced through qualifying stages impressively.
- •Portugal trains in Palm Beach Gardens ahead of the World Cup.
- •Ronaldo once caused a $5.1 billion drop in Coca-Cola's market value.
- •Portugal is ranked sixth by FIFA as they prepare for the tournament.
- •The team qualified by dominating Group F with a 9-1 victory over Armenia.
- •Roberto Martinez is the current head coach of the Portugal national team.
- 5:21 PMYahoo Sports — Ronaldo, expected in Gardens, once cost Coke billions with snub
"Global soccer star Ronaldo, who'll train in Gardens with Portugal for the World Cup, once moved two Coke bottles, said “agua,” and cost Coke billions.
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