Ronaldo, World Cup and Portugal
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Portugal was minutes from securing their place in the 2026 World Cup after Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Hungary in Lisbon on Tuesday.
Portugal failed to wrap up 2026 World Cup qualification after conceding a late Hungary equaliser to draw 2-2 in Lisbon. Roberto Martinez's side had initially come from behind to get in front, courtesy of two Cristiano Ronaldo goals that set a new all-time World Cup qualifying record,
Wes Brown, who played alongside Ronaldo at Man United, has tipped his former teammate to make another return to the club but in a executive role at boardroom level.
Kylian Mbappé has said that Cristiano Ronaldo is "still number one" at Real Madrid, and says he's asked him for advice.
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