Cristiano Ronaldo still 'dreams of winning the World Cup' as Joao Felix vows Portugal squad 'will do everything we can' to help CR7 lift elusive title in 2026

Five-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo first graced FIFA’s flagship event back in 2006. He was still going strong at Qatar 2022 and has become the first man to register a goal at five World Cup finals. More history could be made at the next event.

The United States, Canada and Mexico will be sharing hosting duties in 2026, with it possible that Ronaldo will make it to that tournament. He is preparing to turn 40, but would appear to still have plenty left in the tank as he continues to star for club and country.

International colleague Felix, who is now at Premier League side Chelsea, has told TNT Sports of Al-Nassr superstar Ronaldo taking in another shot at landing an elusive trophy: “Yes, I think so and everything indicates that he will. He dreams of winning the World Cup, we will do everything we can to give him that prize. I think it is the only one he is missing.”

Ronaldo’s best result at a World Cup was enjoyed at his first, when Portugal finished in fourth place. He has seen eternal rival Lionel Messi add that title to his collection, making European Championship winner CR7 even more determined to savour a success of his own.