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Martinez is 'wasting' Portugal! Utd legend slams head coach after disappointing WC opener

Peter Schmeichel has launched a scathing attack on Roberto Martinez, accusing the Portugal boss of repeating the same mistakes that saw him "waste" Belgium's golden generation. The legendary Manchester United goalkeeper was left fuming after a toothless Selecao were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener.

WC26 Power Rankings: Messi powers Argentina to top spot

The first round of 2026 World Cup group-stage fixtures is in the books, and the tournament has gotten off to a flyer. Despite a lack of eye-catching fixtures on paper in the new, expanded format, there have been thrills and spills aplenty, with all the big names showing up for their respective countries on football's biggest stage. Well, almost all of them.

Portugal vs Uzbekistan FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

Comprehensive match preview of Portugal vs Uzbekistan at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.

Portugal v Congo DR: Group K - FIFA World Cup 2026

Martinez accused of trying to be Ronaldo's friend after woeful World Cup opener

Portugal's 2026 World Cup campaign began with a whimper as they were held to a shock 1-1 draw by DR Congo. Manager Roberto Martinez is now facing a storm of criticism for his refusal to substitute a struggling Cristiano Ronaldo, with pundits suggesting the boss is prioritising his relationship with the superstar over the team's success.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Kane joins the party

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

Ronaldo defends Portugal after disappointing result against DR Congo

Cristiano Ronaldo has leapt to the defence of his Portugal teammates following their underwhelming 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener. Despite storming down the tunnel at full-time in Houston, the legendary forward insisted that nothing was missing from their performance, urging the squad to keep their heads up as they prepare for their next group stage challenge.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
2	Brechin City	34	26	3	5	90	28	62	81	W W W L W
3	Fraserburgh	34	25	3	6	102	37	65	78	W W W W W
4	Banks O'Dee	34	21	9	4	87	33	54	72	D W W L W
5	Formartine United	34	22	6	6	87	43	44	72	W D W W W
6	Brora Rangers	34	17	8	9	64	46	18	59	W W L L L

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