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Portugal draw with Congo as Ronaldo makes history

Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Portugal dominated possession in the first half but failed to convert it into goals. Yoane Wissa scored for Congo early in the game, canceling out an earlier goal by João Neves. In the second half, Portugal tried to increase their pace, with Cristiano Ronaldo making history as the oldest player to appear in a World Cup match. However, Portugal could not score again, and they were forced to settle for a point. They will now face Uzbekistan before their final group match against哥伦比亚.

18 qershor 2026 11:26

Shpërndaje në:

Legjenda franceze Thierry Henry ka kritikuar Cristiano Ronaldon pas barazimit 1:1 të Portugalisë ndaj Republikës Demokratike të Kongos në ndeshjen hapëse të Botërorit 2026.

Gjatë analizës së ndeshjes në “Fox Sports”, ish-sulmuesi francez vlerësoi se Ronaldo në disa raste e vendosi dëshirën për të shënuar mbi nevojat e ekipit.

“Një gjë është e rëndësishme, njerëz. Ju që po na shikoni nga shtëpia, mbajeni mend: ekipi ka nevojë të shënojë, jo ti”, ka thënë Henry.

Fituesi i Kupës së Botës me Francën në vitin 1998 argumentoi se Ronaldo nuk bëri lëvizjet e duhura pa top për t’u krijuar hapësira bashkëlojtarëve.

“Sepse ai dëshiron të shënojë vetë, futet në zonën ku po lëviz Bruno Fernandes për pasimin prapa dhe kështu e bën më të lehtë punën e mbrojtësve kundërshtarë”, u shpreh Henry.

Sipas tij, reagimi i Bruno Fernandesit në fushë tregoi qartë pakënaqësinë për atë situatë. Henry madje imitoi atë që mendon se mesfushori portugez kishte në mendje në ato momente.

“Lëre topin të kalojë. Bëje një vrapim dhe krijo hapësirë që unë ta shtyj topin në rrjetë”, u shpreh ai.

Ronaldo nuk pati asnjë goditje në portë ndaj Kongos, megjithëse Portugalia si ekip regjistroi vetëm një në të gjithë ndeshjen, golin e Joao Neves në minutën e gjashtë.

Në mbrojtje të paraqitjes së 41-vjeçarit ka dalë trajneri i Portugalisë, Roberto Marzinez. Ai ka thënë se nuk kishte kuptim ta zëvendësonte golashënuesin më të madh në histori kur skuadrës i duhej të shënonte.

Thierry Henry: 'One thing that's important is that the team needs to score; not you need to score." pic.twitter.com/pkTlY7R0bE https://t.co/5BNlvl0k9K

— Robin Bairner (@RBairner) June 17, 2026

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Koha.netIndependentCenter3 days ago
Henry criticizes Ronaldo after Portugal's draw: The team needs to score, not you

Thierry Henry criticized Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal's 1:1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Henry argued that Ronaldo prioritized his personal desire to score over the team's needs, pointing out instances where Ronaldo took positions that limited space for teammates like Bruno Fernandes. Henry suggested that Ronaldo could have created more opportunities for the team by passing the ball rather than trying to score individually. Bruno Fernandes' reaction on the field was noted as showing dissatisfaction with Ronaldo's approach.

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Gazeta ExpressIndependentCenter3 days ago
Portugal draw with Congo as Ronaldo makes history

Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Portugal dominated possession in the first half but failed to convert it into goals. Yoane Wissa scored for Congo early in the game, canceling out an earlier goal by João Neves. In the second half, Portugal tried to increase their pace, with Cristiano Ronaldo making history as the oldest player to appear in a World Cup match. However, Portugal could not score again, and they were forced to settle for a point. They will now face Uzbekistan before their final group match against哥伦比亚.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a sports match without any political commentary, framing, or bias. It focuses solely on the events of the game, including player performances and match outcomes, without taking a stance or emphasizing any political aspects.

Koha.netIndependentCenter4 days ago
LIVE: Portugal against the DR Congo

Portugal faces the Democratic Republic of Congo in Group K of the 2026 World Cup. The match starts at 19:00 and takes place at the NRG Stadium in Houston. Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lead Portugal in his sixth World Cup appearance, matching Lionel Messi's record.

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Gazeta ExpressIndependentCenter4 days ago
The official line-up for the match between Portugal DR DR Congo: Is Ronaldo starting?

Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo are set to face off for the first time in history during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The match will take place at Houston's stadium on June 17. Portugal, led by Roberto Martinez, aims to win the tournament, while DR Congo returns to the global stage for the first time since 1974. Portugal has reached two World Cup semifinals and won the Euro 2025. DR Congo seeks their first points in the tournament.

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Koha.netIndependentCenter7 days ago
Vitinha thur lavde for Ronaldon

PSG midfielder Vitinha praised his teammate Cristiano Ronaldo for his physical condition ahead of Portugal's sixth World Cup appearance. Vitinha confirmed Ronaldo's fitness was genuine and emphasized Ronaldo's dedication to maintaining his form at age 41. He also expressed admiration for both Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, stating it would be a great honor to play against either in a final.

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