Portuguese footballer making record sixth World Cup appearance; currently plays for Al Nassr.
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The Namibian
Cristiano Ronaldo wasted a number of good chances
“Juventus winger Conceicao restored Portugal's lead 15 minutes from the end in Leiria as five-time Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo wasted a number of good chances.”
Portugal beat Nigeria in World Cup tune up despite Ronaldo woesThe Namibian
Cristiano Ronaldo started for Portugal
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Cristiano Ronaldo heads to a record sixth World Cup
“Cristiano Ronaldo heads to a record sixth World Cup blessed with a prodigiously talented group of team-mates as Portugal target glory for the first time on the global stage.”
Ronaldo leads Portugal charge at sixth World Cup, Diaz shoulders Colombia hopesThe Namibian
Cristiano Ronaldo has failed to score in his last nine matches at the World Cup and Euros combined
“The Al-Nassr forward has failed to score in his last nine matches at the World Cup and Euros combined.”
Ronaldo leads Portugal charge at sixth World Cup, Diaz shoulders Colombia hopesThe Namibian
Cristiano Ronaldo suffered heartache when Al Nassr lost 1-0 to Gamba Osaka in AFC Champions League Two final
“Cristiano Ronaldo suffered heartache for the second time in a week when his Saudi club Al Nassr were stunned at home 1-0 by Japan's Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Two final on Saturday.”
Ronaldo suffers more agony as Al Nassr lose 1-0 in AFC finalThe Namibian
Ronaldo confirmed recently this would be his last World Cup
“Ronaldo confirmed recently this would be his last World Cup, insisting: "I'm going to be 41 years old and I think it will be the moment."”
The last dance: Messi and Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final World CupThe Namibian
Cristiano Ronaldo is Speed's footballing hero
“As well as barking, back flips and athletic stunts, like jumping over moving cars, his stock phrases include "What the…" and "Siuuu", a nod to his footballing hero Cristiano Ronaldo, which he shouts out in celebration or excitement.”
IShowSpeed wows Africa with high-energy tourPortugal defeated Nigeria 2-1 in a World Cup warm-up fixture, with goals from Pedro Neto and Francisco Conceicao securing the victory despite Cristiano Ronaldo wasting several chances. Portugal will face the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia in Group K of the World Cup, opening their campaign on June 17 in Houston.
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Portugal defeated Nigeria 2-1 in a World Cup warm-up fixture, with goals from Pedro Neto and Francisco Conceicao securing the victory despite Cristiano Ronaldo wasting several chances. Portugal will face the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia in Group K of the World Cup, opening their campaign on June 17 in Houston.
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Across South America, football-inspired baby names are booming, with Neymar and Kylian Mbappe among the most popular in Ecuador and Colombia. In Ecuador, 3,847 children are named Neymar and over 2,800 are named Kylian, according to the country's civil registry.
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The FIFA World Cup kicks off Thursday with the first tournament co-hosted by three nations (United States, Canada, and Mexico) featuring a record 48 teams. The opening match pits co-host Mexico against South Africa in Mexico City, while the final will be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19.
10 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes with a new musical collection including the official tournament anthem 'Dai Dai' by Shakira and Burna Boy, co-written by Ed Sheeran, alongside tracks like 'Goals' by Lisa, Anitta and Rema that blend multiple genres and languages.
8 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Portugal beat Chile 2-1 and Belgium defeated Tunisia 5-0 in home friendlies on Saturday. Both sides will face their World Cup group opponents after the upcoming matches.
7 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Mexico defeated Australia 1-0 in a friendly at the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles on Saturday, with defender Johan Vasquez scoring from a corner in the first half. Mexico will co-host the 2026 World Cup alongside the US and Canada.
31 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Cristiano Ronaldo is making a record sixth World Cup appearance with Portugal, who face DR Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia in Group K. At 41, Ronaldo has not scored in his last nine World Cup and Euro matches combined, though manager Roberto Martinez has kept faith in him after his recent success in the Nations League.
30 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr were defeated 1-0 at home by Japan's Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Two final on Saturday, with Deniz Hummet scoring in the 29th minute. The loss extends Ronaldo's wait for major silverware since joining Al Nassr in 2023 and comes days after an injury-time own goal prevented Al Nassr from clinching the Saudi Pro League title.
17 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are set to become the first players to appear in six different World Cups at this year's tournament in North America, two decades after their debuts at the finals. Despite Messi suggesting his career was complete after Argentina's 2022 World Cup victory, he has continued playing, most recently winning the MLS Cup with Inter Miami and captaining Argentina to Copa America victory in 2024.
16 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Popular content creator Darren Watkins Jr., known as IShowSpeed and boasting 48 million YouTube subscribers, is undertaking a "Speed Does Africa" tour across 20 African countries over 28 days, livestreaming his interactions with fans, local culture, sports, and daily life. The high-energy tour has attracted large crowds of young fans, though some critics on social media have dismissed it as a superficial spectacle that primarily benefits the entertainer himself.
19 January 2026 · The Namibian →