Ronaldo Defends Portugal's 1-1 Draw With Congo DR as 41-Year-Old Eyes Next World Cup Game
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Updated · ESPN · Jun 18
Ronaldo Defends Portugal's 1-1 Draw With Congo DR as 41-Year-Old Eyes Next World Cup Game
3 articles · Updated · ESPN · Jun 18
Summary
Cristiano Ronaldo said Portugal's World Cup opener was not as poor as the 1-1 scoreline suggested, insisting after 90 minutes in Houston that "nothing was lacking" despite the dropped points.
One shot on target from Portugal's dominant possession undercut that defense, while Ronaldo missed all three of his attempts in a subdued display.
The draw gave Congo DR its first-ever World Cup point and left Portugal needing a stronger result against Uzbekistan on Tuesday before a June 27 group finale with Colombia.
Ronaldo, 41, became one of only two players to appear in six World Cups alongside Lionel Messi, but he is still without a non-penalty goal at a major international tournament since June 19, 2021.