Portugal prepares for World Cup under Martinez; England eyes health of James
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Portugal, led by manager Roberto Martinez, aims for a strong showing in the World Cup, starting their group play against DR Congo. Martinez, facing speculation about his future, emphasized the team's focus on winning the tournament. Meanwhile, England is concerned about Reece James’ fitness as he contends with ongoing injuries; Tino Livramento will miss the tournament due to injury. The matchup between England and Croatia is set to be a high-stakes encounter, as England seeks retribution for their 2018 semifinal loss.
- •Portugal's first match is against DR Congo in group play.
- •Roberto Martinez hints this may be his last tournament with Portugal.
- •England is focused on their match against Croatia after a 2018 semifinal loss.
- •Reece James' fitness remains a concern for England's World Cup plans.
- •Tino Livramento is out of the tournament due to injury.
- 1:13 PMCBS Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal aim at World Cup run under Roberto Martinez; England need healthy Reece James
- 1:01 PMCBS Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal aim at World Cup run under Roberto Martinez; England need healthy Reece Jame
"As Roberto Martinez prepares for his final tournament with Portugal, England relies on a fragile Reece James to bolster their World Cup charge
"As Roberto Martinez prepares for his final tournament with Portugal, England relies on a fragile Reece James to bolster their World Cup charge
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External links- CBS SportsJun 17, 2026, 1:13 PMCristiano Ronaldo's Portugal aim at World Cup run under Roberto Martinez; England need healthy Reece James
As Roberto Martinez prepares for his final tournament with Portugal, England relies on a fragile Reece James to bolster their World Cup charge
- CBS SportsJun 17, 2026, 1:01 PMCristiano Ronaldo's Portugal aim at World Cup run under Roberto Martinez; England need healthy Reece Jame
As Roberto Martinez prepares for his final tournament with Portugal, England relies on a fragile Reece James to bolster their World Cup charge
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