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Israeli-media coverage mentioning Congo, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Yohan Manzambi's World Cup breakout lifts Switzerland and boosts his profile
Yohan Manzambi scored twice off the bench as Switzerland beat Bosnia 4:1 in Los Angeles, becoming the youngest player ever to score a World Cup substitute brace. The 20-year-old w…
French Doctor Diagnosed With Ebola After Congo Aid Mission, First Case in Current European Outbreak
France confirmed its first Ebola case in the current African outbreak in a doctor who returned from Congo. He was isolated and contact tracing began, while officials said the wide…
Cristiano Ronaldo Looks Like His Old Self Again With a Record World Cup Brace
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice against Uzbekistan, becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. Portugal’s tactical changes put him higher up the pitch, and the article s…
Ronaldo Answers Critics as Portugal Crushes Uzbekistan, Other Night Previews Follow
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 on Tuesday night into Wednesday. The roundup also noted England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana, Croatia’s 1-0 win over Pa…
Portugal routs Uzbekistan as World Cup group play continues
The second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage ended overnight with four matches. Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0, England drew 0-0 with Ghana, and Croatia defeated Panama 1-0.
Viral creator calls out World Cup broadcasters over mispronouncing African names
Angolan creator Albi Angoma went viral in Brazil after criticizing World Cup broadcasters for mispronouncing African footballers’ names. He then released pronunciation guides, gai…
England Held, Modric Reaches Rare Milestone as Ronaldo Makes History
Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice and becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. England drew 0-0 with Ghana, Croatia beat Panama 1-0…
Ronaldo's Sisters Hit Back After Portugal's 5-0 Win Over Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan on Tuesday. His sisters, Elma and Katia, responded with lengthy social media posts defending him and attacking…
Georgina Rodríguez Cheers Ronaldo's World Cup Brilliance in a Viral Instagram Post
Georgina Rodríguez went viral for celebrating Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup performance in an Instagram story from home. Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan…
Colombia Beats Congo 1-0 to Reach the Next Round
Colombia defeated Congo 1-0 at the 2026 World Cup and secured a place in the next round. Daniel Muñoz scored in the 75th minute after Colombia dominated the match, and the team no…
Congolese fan reprises his human-statue routine at the World Cup
Democratic Republic of Congo played Colombia in its second 2026 World Cup group match, and fan Koke Moldinga again stood motionless for 90 minutes. He was honoring Patrice Lumumba…
Martinez Faces Accusations of Wasting Portugal's Golden Generation Again
Portugal opened the 2026 World Cup with a disappointing 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Houston. Roberto Martinez is being criticized for conservative tactics…
Portugal's Midfield Brilliance Is Being Overshadowed by Ronaldo's Presence
The article says Portugal’s midfield is exceptionally intelligent and technically gifted, but Cristiano Ronaldo’s presence is limiting its full impact. A quote by João Neves prais…
U.S. backs Congo mines in bid to weaken China’s grip on critical minerals
The United States is backing Virtus Minerals to develop two major copper and cobalt mines in Congo, as part of an effort to challenge China’s control over critical minerals. The p…
Health Ministry Rules Out Ebola in Two Returnees from Congo
Israel’s Health Ministry said Ebola has been ruled out in two returnees from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The announcement followed a suspected second case reported Sunda…
Ronaldo Debate Grips Portugal After Flat World Cup Showing
Cristiano Ronaldo is under heavy criticism in Portugal after a poor showing in the 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo at the 2026 World Cup. Despite growing calls for…
Tuchel’s England turns style into substance, while Croatia faces a Modric dilemma
England beat Croatia 4-2 in the tournament’s standout match, strengthening Thomas Tuchel’s case as a transformative national-team coach. The article also previews Portugal-Uzbekis…
Portugal under pressure as Ronaldo debate dominates World Cup buildup
Portugal meet Uzbekistan in Houston tonight after an underwhelming draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo raised fresh questions about Cristiano Ronaldo’s role. Francisco Conc…
91-Year-Old Salvadoran Woman Starts First Grade Alongside Her 71-Year-Old Daughter
Catalina Mendoza, 91, has started first grade at El Congo elementary school in El Salvador, alongside her 71-year-old daughter Teresa Tobar, who is in eighth grade. At a school ce…
False Ronaldo Quote Sparks Social Media Storm in Portugal
After Portugal’s 1-1 draw with Congo, a clipped Joao Neves quote and a fake post about Cristiano Ronaldo fueled a social media backlash in Portugal. The story spread to teammates…
Israel Health Ministry Says Ebola Readiness Is Complete After Two Suspected Cases
Israel’s Health Ministry said two travelers from the Democratic Republic of Congo are isolated in Sheba and Rambam with suspected Ebola, pending test results. Officials say the ri…
Paul Scholes Says Ronaldo Should Only Start as a Goalkeeper
Cristiano Ronaldo is facing criticism after a quiet start for Portugal at the 2026 World Cup. Paul Scholes said the 41-year-old should only start as a goalkeeper and claimed he wo…
Health Ministry: Possible second Ebola case after return from Congo
Israel’s Health Ministry says it suspects another person may have contracted Ebola after returning from Congo. The brief report gave no identity, diagnosis, or further details and…
Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Raises Fears in a Crowded Displacement Camp
At least 30 people have died since early May in the Kigonze displacement camp in Bunia, eastern Congo, and some tested positive for Ebola. Aid workers say the overcrowded camp, po…
Israel on Alert After Ebola Suspect Is Isolated in Haifa
A traveler returned from Congo was isolated at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa after showing Ebola-like symptoms. Israel’s Health Ministry says the case is unconfirmed, but it has…
Israel Halts Fire in Lebanon as Iran Escalates and Ebola Case Is Isolated
Israel ordered the IDF to stop firing in Lebanon after escalation, while Iran threatened further steps over the ceasefire dispute. Separately, a man returning from Congo was isola…
Ebola Spreads Through Congolese Displacement Camp as Aid Funding Shrinks
At least 30 people have died since early May in Congo’s Kigonze displacement camp, where some victims tested positive for Ebola. Aid groups say overcrowding, poor sanitation and s…
Ronaldo debate intensifies after Portugal’s 1-1 draw with Congo
Portugal’s 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo at the start of the 2026 World Cup has intensified criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo’s role. Former Manchester United strike…
Ronaldo Row Deepens After Portugal Draw, as Georgina Rodriguez Reacts to Fake Post
Portugal’s 1-1 opening draw with DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup intensified scrutiny on Cristiano Ronaldo and his standing in the team. A fake social media post, Georgina Rodrigue…
Health Ministry says suspected Ebola patient arrived in Israel and is isolated
Israel’s Health Ministry said a traveler suspected of Ebola has been isolated after returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The patient was sent to Rambam Medical Cen…
Israel’s World Cup Identity Crisis, From Mexico 1970 to Messi’s Final Feats
A Sports 5 column says many Israelis try to experience the World Cup through foreign teams instead of Israel’s own rare memories. It centers on Moti Spiegler’s 1970 goal in Mexico…
Ruben Dias Defends Ronaldo, Dismisses Talk of Locker Room Rift
Ruben Dias defended Cristiano Ronaldo after comments by Joao Neves stirred debate in Portugal. Ahead of Tuesday’s match against Uzbekistan, Dias insisted the squad is united and s…
Portugal’s World Cup draw fuels scrutiny over Ronaldo and Martinez
Portugal began its 2026 World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Congo, drawing criticism toward Cristiano Ronaldo and coach Roberto Martinez. Reports of Martinez talks to join Al Nassr…
Ronaldo Faces Fierce Criticism After Portugal Draw With DR Congo
Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s scoreless 90-minute display drew intense criticism. Pundits blamed both Ronaldo’s decline and Roberto Martinez for keeping…
England and Ghana thrill as Portugal disappoints in a four-match World Cup night
World Cup 2026 featured four matches and 13 goals, led by England’s 4-2 win over Croatia. Portugal disappointed in a 1-1 draw with DR Congo, Ghana won in the 95th minute, and Colo…
Channel 14’s flagship show slumps in prime time without Yinon Magal
Channel 14’s flagship show, "The Patriots," dropped to 5.3% in prime time and lost to major competitors. In the news bulletins, Channel 11 led with the Portugal vs. DR Congo World…
Portugal Defends Ronaldo After Flat World Cup Draw Raises Deeper Questions
Portugal began its World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Congo, and Cristiano Ronaldo again failed to score. Coach Roberto Martinez defended him and said the team’s issues were deeper…
Colombia Opens World Cup Campaign With 3-1 Win Over Uzbekistan
Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 at Estadio Azteca to open its 2026 World Cup campaign. Uzbekistan scored its first-ever World Cup goal in its tournament debut, but Colombia responded…
England Impresses, Portugal Stumbles on Day 7 of the 2026 World Cup
England beat Croatia 4-2, with Harry Kane setting a new England World Cup scoring record. Portugal were held 1-1 by Congo, and Ghana won 1-0 with a 95th-minute goal over Panama.
Harry Kane Surpasses Ronaldo and Closes in on England’s World Cup Scoring Record
Harry Kane scored for England against Croatia at the 2026 World Cup and reached nine career World Cup goals. That moved him ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and left him one behind Gary…
Ronaldo Under Fire After Portugal’s Frustrating 1-1 Draw With DR Congo
Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo in its opening 2026 World Cup Group I match. Cristiano Ronaldo set an age record but struggled, while João Neves and Yoane…
Trump Arrives Late, Meloni Quits Smoking as G7 Leaders Trade Off-Message Moments in France
G7 leaders met in Évian-les-Bains, France, from Monday to Wednesday, where microphones captured off-the-record jokes and exchanges, including Trump’s late arrival and Meloni’s smo…
Yoane Wissa turns injury-hit season into a historic World Cup moment
Yoane Wissa, injured and barely used at Newcastle, scored DR Congo’s first-ever World Cup goal against Portugal in Houston. His late first-half header made it 1-1 after 45 minutes…
The Congo fan who stands motionless for 90 minutes has become a World Cup sensation
Michel Nkuka Mboladinga of Congo has become a World Cup viral sensation by standing motionless in the stands for 90 minutes, or longer, in a tribute to Patrice Lumumba. After visa…
World Cup Day 7: Ronaldo’s Possible Farewell, England Face Croatia
Day 7 of the 2026 World Cup features Cristiano Ronaldo’s possible final tournament with Portugal, England against Croatia, and two later matches involving Ghana, Panama, Uzbekista…
North Israeli Woman Hospitalized After Malaria Symptoms Following Zanzibar Trip
A woman in her 50s from northern Israel was hospitalized at Rambam after malaria symptoms appeared following a trip to Zanzibar. Her diagnosis was delayed by a false negative test…
Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda could become Africa’s deadliest, CDC chief warns
Africa CDC chief Dr. Jean Kaseya warned in Burundi that the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda could become Africa’s deadliest. More than 800 cases and nearly 200 death…
Health Ministry to hand out Ebola guidance to travelers returning from affected countries
Israel's Health Ministry is beginning to hand out Ebola information leaflets at Ben Gurion Airport to travelers returning from affected areas in Congo and Uganda. The ministry say…