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Ronaldo Faces Fierce Criticism After Portugal Draw With DR Congo
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 17, 2026
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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 him on the field, while Portugal now prepare to meet Uzbekistan.
- 01Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo as Ronaldo failed to score in 90 minutes.
- 02His goal drought in major tournaments reached 10 straight matches.
- 03Pundits criticized Martinez for not substituting Ronaldo.
- 04Wayne Rooney defended Ronaldo and blamed Portugal’s overall performance.
- 05Portugal next face Uzbekistan under growing pressure.
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