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Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest World Cup failure leaves one predictable regret

The legendary Ronaldo’s World Cup dream is surely over, writes Richard Jolly, with the manager wasting another tournament by placing the 41-year-old’s interests ahead of the team

The Independent UK

Artists create giant sea animals from sand

Artists create large sand sculptures of marine life on Rab island in Croatia during the Festival of Sand Sculptures, turning the beach into a temporary exhibition.

Euronews

How to watch Portugal vs Spain: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Cristiano Ronaldo faces Lamine Yamal in last 16, team news

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lamine Yamal both start, while Joao Felix replaces Rafael Leao on the left wing for Portugal against Spain. Here's how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 last-16 clash for free online and from anywhere.

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Portugal vs Spain FIFA World Cup 2026: Live streaming, India match time, venue, team news and predicted line-ups

Portugal vs Spain FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal and Spain will clash in a significant FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match. Spain enters the game with strong momentum after a decisive victory over Austria. Portugal advanced to this stage following a dramatic late win against Croatia. Key players…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Portugal vs. Spain Predictions

Spain enter as -110 favorites with three clean sheets in four World Cup 2026 matches. Here's our pick for the Iberian derby at AT&T Stadium on July 6.

Sports Lens

Europe’s best islands for holidays in 2026, ranked by weather, food and greenery

In a new study of Europe’s best island escapes for 2026, Spain and Croatia dominate the overall top 10 ranking.

Euronews

Portugal vs. Spain—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Iberian foes collide with a spot in the quarterfinals at stake.

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Portugal XI vs Spain: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 today

Cristiano Ronaldo could be playing in his final game on football’s biggest stage

Evening Standard

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with fans outside Toronto hotel after World Cup win

Cristiano Ronaldo cheered along with fans from a hotel balcony in Toronto after Portugal beat Croatia in their World Cup knockout game on 2 July.

The Independent UK

Grand Chess Tour: Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa ends rapid section as joint leader

Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa staged a comeback on the final day of the Grand Chess Tour's rapid section in Croatia. He secured three consecutive victories, propelling him to a tie for first place with France's Firouzja Alireza. This impressive performance sets the stage for an exciting blitz section, with…

The Economic Times

Argentina vs Cape Verde LIVE: Champions snatch dramatic extra-time win in World Cup classic

Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde (aet): Diney own goal from Romero header saved the reigning world champions deep into extra-time against the ultimate minnows

The Independent UK

Did he say 'Bismillah'? Cristiano Ronaldo’s penalty whisper ignites global debate

Superstar striker Cristiano Ronaldo’s whisper broadcast live around the world before the decisive penalty against Croatia sparked a global debate over whether it was an Arabic-inspired sacred invocation or his own pre-Saudi encouragement routine in Portuguese.

Euronews

Time waits for no man, nor Cristiano Ronaldo’s football legacy

In today’s Football Daily: Multiple things can be true at the same time

The Guardian - UK

Portugal Pays Tribute to Diogo Jota on First Anniversary of His Death After World Cup Victory Against Croatia

Portugal's World Cup victory over Croatia became a heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota, marking the first anniversary of his death and uniting the team in remembrance.

International Business Times UK

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Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks Silence After Sister Claims He'll Retire After The 2026 World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has addressed speculation about his international future, emphasising his focus on Portugal's World Cup campaign rather than retirement decisions, following a victory over Croatia.

International Business Times UK

Cristiano Ronaldo's Retirement Timeline Leaked? Sister Hints 2026 World Cup Will Be His 'Last Dance'

Cristiano Ronaldo's sister, Kátia Aveiro, reveals that the football legend's international career with Portugal is nearing its end, as Portugal advances in the World Cup amid controversy.

France 24

World Cup 2026: VAR heartbreak for Croatia, Portugal through to next round

Last minute VAR drama sent Croatia home after their equaliser was deemed offsides against Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup goal from a penalty. Spain walked all over the Austrian team in a dominant 3-0 win. Austria, meanwhile, did not manage to get a single shot on target.…

Sports Illustrated

‘Special’—Emotional Cristiano Ronaldo Leads Diogo Jota Tributes on Anniversary of Death

Portugal marked the one-year anniversary of Jota’s passing with victory over Croatia.

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The Independent UK

Farewell Luka Modric, the World Cup’s unlikely miracle man who changed Croatia forever

WORLD CUP 2026: Modric bade farewell to a tournament he has defined as Croatia were beaten by Portugal. Richard Jolly pays tribute to a player who led until the very last

Evening Standard

What is 'Snicko'? World Cup VAR drama explained after Portugal vs Croatia chaos

Cricket-style technology used to rule out Josko Gvardiol’s last-gasp equaliser in dramatic last-32 thriller

Euronews

Portugal fans celebrate World Cup win over Croatia

Thousands of Portugal fans gathered in central Lisbon to celebrate a 2-1 victory over Croatia, sending their team through to the World Cup last 16.

France 24

World Cup 2026: Portugal knock out Croatia and will face Spain

These Round of 32 matches are definitely full of twists. Portugal came back from 1-0 down to beat Croatia in Toronto. Goncalo Ramos scored a stoppage-time winner after Cristiano Ronaldo had earlier equalised from the penalty spot.

The Economic Times

Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes

Portugal clinched a thrilling 2-1 win against Croatia in the 109th minute, propelling them to the next stage of the World Cup. A controversial VAR decision disallowed Croatia's potential equalizer for offside, leaving Luka Modric and his teammates devastated. Meanwhile, Goncalo Ramos and Cristiano Ronaldo shone brightly for Portugal, celebrating…

The Independent UK

How does ‘Snicko’ work at the World Cup? Why Croatia were denied equaliser against Portugal by VAR technology

Josko Gvardiol’s equaliser in the 13th minute of stoppage time was ruled out after a VAR check

The Independent UK

Portgual’s next match confirmed after late VAR drama against Croatia

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