Stars Shining Brightly at 2026 World Cup, Except Cristiano Ronaldo
Summary
Cristiano Ronaldo did not score in Portugal’s 1-1 draw against DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup, while several other star players scored multiple goals in their opening matches. Ronaldo, 41 years old, is one of the oldest players in the tournament and has not yet won a World Cup in his career.Key Facts
- Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener.
- Cristiano Ronaldo, age 41, did not score in this match.
- Ronaldo is the fourth-oldest player to compete in a World Cup.
- Lionel Messi scored the first hat trick (three goals) of his World Cup career.
- Other stars like Folarin Balogun, Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé, and Harry Kane scored two goals each.
- Portugal’s best World Cup finish with Ronaldo was reaching the quarterfinals in 2022.
- Portugal will play Uzbekistan next in Houston to try to advance in the tournament.
- Ronaldo has played in six World Cups but has not won the title.
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