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Colombia v Portugal: Group K - FIFA World Cup 2026

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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World Cup Golden Boot standings: Mbappe, Haaland & Messi top chart

The 2026 World Cup is well underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long and winding road to be navigated as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

'I gave it my all' - Tearful Ronaldo delays Portugal retirement decision

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his final appearance at a World Cup following a dramatic last-16 exit against Spain in Dallas. The 41-year-old forward was left in tears after the late defeat but insisted he will not make any immediate decisions regarding his overall future with the national team.

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.

It's over for Ronaldo & Portugal! Spain end CR7's World Cup dream

Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career was brought to a bitterly disappointing close as Portugal were defeated 1-0 by their neighbours Spain in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup on Monday. The legendary attacker was peripheral before Mikel Merino's stoppage-time strike settled an underwhelming heavyweight tie in Dallas.

Croatia lodge FIFA complaint over 'abuse of technology' in Portugal loss

Croatia have submitted a formal complaint to FIFA following their dramatic exit from the World Cup at the hands of Portugal. The Croatian Football Federation (HNS) has cited a perceived "abuse of technology" during a critical moment in the match that saw them eliminated from the tournament.

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