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Croatia faces Portugal in World Cup matchup featuring Modric and Ronaldo

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Croatia faces Portugal in World Cup matchup featuring Modric and Ronaldo

Summary

Croatia is set to face Portugal in a World Cup match today. The game features notable players Luka Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo, both of whom have had significant international careers. Portugal aims to continue a strong run, while Croatia seeks to break that streak. The match is currently underway.

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By the Numbers

•The match is being held today in the ongoing World Cup.
•Luka Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo highlight the matchup.
•Portugal is looking to maintain momentum from prior matches.
•Croatia aims to disrupt Portugal's performance in the tournament.

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7:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — Modric and Ronaldo reunited at World Cup as Croatia aim to snap Portugal’s streak

What they're saying

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Two of international football’s 200 club have had parallel careers with their countries, but will this be their last meeting? Can you remember what you were doing on 1 March 2006? Perhaps you were at Anfield, watching England beat Uruguay 2-1. You might have seen Switzerland put three goals past Scotland at Hampden Park. Or you might have watched Luka Modric make his debut for Croatia. They beat Argentina 3-2, with Lionel Messi scoring his first international goal. The same evening, Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in a 3-0 Portugal victory against Saudi Arabia, no doubt dreaming of the day he would live and work in the country. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Andrew Beasley

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