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‘Plays himself next five tournaments’ - CR7 tipped for new role

Following Portugal's heartbreak at the World Cup, speculation is mounting over Cristiano Ronaldo's next move. With Roberto Martinez stepping down, pundits have suggested Ronaldo could take over as national team manager to retain his influence. The bold claim has sparked humorous suggestions that Ronaldo would continue to select himself as a player for the next five tournaments.

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Rodri responds after heated clash with Bernardo Silva

Spain midfielder Rodri has issued a formal apology to his former Manchester City team-mate Bernardo Silva following a heated on-field altercation at the end of their World Cup knockout match. The fiery incident overshadowed Spain's dramatic 1-0 victory in Dallas, which secured La Roja a spot in the quarter-finals and knocked Portugal out.

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Martinez leaves role as Portugal manager after World Cup exit

Roberto Martinez has confirmed his departure as Portugal head coach after his star-studded side suffered a disappointing 1-0 elimination against Spain in the World Cup round of 16. The former Everton manager stated there was no reason to continue after failing to achieve his tournament objectives, paving the way for Jorge Jesus to succeed him.

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De la Fuente hails 'masterful' Merino as Spain sink Portugal

Luis de la Fuente was full of praise for his substitutes after Spain secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal to reach the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals. The La Roja boss highlighted the "masterful" contribution of Mikel Merino, who settled the tense knockout clash with a clinical strike in the dying moments.

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Merino comes up clutch! Spain's super-sub sends Portugal & CR7 packing

Substitute Mikel Merino scored a late winner as Spain edged Portugal 1-0 in an unexpectedly drab World Cup round-of-16 clash on Monday. The Arsenal midfielder was introduced in the 85th minute and won the game in the 91st with a tidy finish that was just about deserved. La Roja were ineffective for long stretches, and created little, but Merino proved to be the difference-maker.

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Milla reacts to Ronaldo & Messi breaking his WC record

Cameroon legend Roger Milla has delivered a fascinating verdict on the enduring brilliance of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as they continue to defy biological limits at the 2026 World Cup. The man who famously holds the record for the oldest scorer in tournament history has admitted that while playing until 50 remains unrealistic, he is ready to see his historic milestone surpassed by the two modern icons.

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Last dance? Ronaldo snaps back at retirement questions

Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a defiant message to his critics while confirming that the 2026 World Cup will indeed be his final appearance on football's grandest stage. Speaking ahead of Portugal's high-stakes knockout clash with Spain, the 41-year-old insisted that he remains the master of his own destiny.

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Emulating 'gods' almost impossible for Yamal, Mbappe & Haaland

The meteoric rise of young stars like Lamine Yamal has reignited the debate about who could inherit the throne left by the two greatest legends of modern football. However, former player Tonito warns that reaching the level of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo requires a consistency that few in history have managed to demonstrate over decades.

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Spain's unsung hero Oyarzabal is the ideal anti-Ronaldo

Mikel Oyarzabal was one of five Real Sociedad players in Spain's Euro 2024 squad. No other club had more. But neither Oyarzabal nor his fellow Basques made a song and dance about their role in Spain's success in Germany. "That would be us," he told The Guardian. "[We] don't like being in the spotlight." It's getting harder and harder for him to avoid it, though.

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Gavi makes interesting argument against Ronaldo critics

Barcelona star Gavi has offered a staunch defence of Cristiano Ronaldo, insisting that those who choose to write off the legendary forward are doing so from the outside. As Spain prepare for a heavyweight World Cup showdown against Portugal, the midfield engine believes the veteran remains a match-winning threat.

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