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‘He was crying!’ - How Neville & Keane made Ronaldo a ‘robot’

The role that Gary Neville and Roy Keane played in turning Cristiano Ronaldo into a footballing “robot” has been explained to GOAL by Eric Djemba-Djemba, with the Portuguese icon wiping away tears while heading down the path to superstardom. Some rough treatment was handed out during his first spell at Manchester United, but the all-time great has never been the type to back down from a challenge.

When are the final World Cup 2026 squads announced?

FIFA has confirmed the key dates and squad regulations for the 2026 World Cup. Nations must submit their final player lists by June 1, with strict rules in place regarding injuries, replacements and goalkeeper selections.

Dalot targets World Cup fairytale for Ronaldo

Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot believes that leading Portugal to ultimate glory at the 2026 World Cup would provide a fittingly beautiful finale to Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic career. The versatile full-back emphasised that the entire footballing world, not just their home nation, will be uniting to support the veteran forward's quest.

Portugal v Hungary - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Portugal FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Schedule

Everything you need to know about how to watch Portugal in the World Cup.

Portugal v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'Portugal at their best if he doesn't play' - Huge CR7 World Cup claim made

Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing for what is almost certainly his final dance on the World Cup stage, but his role within the Portugal national team is once again under intense scrutiny. As the Al-Nassr striker eyes the only trophy missing from his glittering cabinet, former USMNT star Taylor Twellman has suggested that his presence actually hinders a squad packed with world-class talent.

Ronaldo backed to play alongside his son for Portugal at 2030 World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has been tipped to defy the ageing process by competing in the 2030 World Cup with Portugal, potentially alongside his son, at the age of 45. The Al-Nassr forward has received the backing for a "perfect ending" to his career from his ex-Manchester United team-mate Eric Djemba-Djemba.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Comerciantes FC	8	4	4	0	11	5	6	16	D W D D D
2	Alianza Universidad	7	3	2	2	8	5	3	11	W W D L D
3	Santos	8	3	2	3	7	8	-1	11	L L W W W
4	Sport Huancayo Reserves	7	3	1	3	7	8	-1	10	W W L W L
5	Colegio Nacional de Iquitos	7	2	3	2	8	6	2	9	W L W D L

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