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Ronaldo Joins Portugal Squad for Record Sixth World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has been named to Portugal's World Cup squad, setting a new record for the most appearances by a male player in the tournament. This marks his sixth time participating in the prestigious global event.

18 May, 21:53 — 19 May, 15:44
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APVery High6h ago

Top soccer talent Yan Diomande took a 'crazy' path from a Florida high school to the World Cup - AP News

Top soccer talent Yan Diomande took a 'crazy' path from a Florida high school to the World Cup  AP News

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BBCHigh1h ago

Ronaldo in Portugal squad for record sixth World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play in a record sixth World Cup after being selected in Portugal's squad for this summer's tournament.

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NYTMostly Factual15h ago

Dallas World Cup Mural: Artist Wyland Says Beloved Whale Artwork Was Painted Over

The artwork’s removal ahead of the World Cup has ignited a backlash over public art and what cities are willing to sacrifice for global events.

By Jesus Jiménez

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The GuardianMostly Factual4h ago

Scotland World Cup squad: striker Ross Stewart selected after four-year absence

Steve Clarke impressed by Southampton player’s form Craig Gordon, 43, makes cut – but no Miller or McBurnie The Southampton striker Ross Stewart has ended a four-year absence from international football by being named in the Scotland squad for this summer’s World Cup. Stewart’s excellent touch towards the end of the domestic season – the 29-year-old scored five times in 10 games as Southampton progressed to the playoff final – has prompted Steve Clarke to add him to his 26-man party. A subs...

By Ewan Murray

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual2h ago

Ronaldo to lead Portugal at sixth World Cup as Martinez names squad

Diogo Jota named as an honorary 'plus-one' player in Portugal's squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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Fox NewsMixed3h ago

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo To Make Sixth World Cup Appearance

Cristiano Ronaldo was officially named to Portugal's roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday.

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France 24High5h ago

Neymar makes Brazil's World Cup squad in dramatic recall

Brazilian football superstar is back on the world stage. His country's all-time leading goalscorer, he earned a dramatic recall to Brazil's World Cup squad, returning to the national team after nearly three years away. The 34-year-old will headline Carlo Ancelotti's roster as Brazil chases a record sixth World Cup title.

By FRANCE24

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The IndependentMostly Factual3h ago

Cristiano Ronaldo set to make history as Portugal announce World Cup squad

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lead Portugal into this summer’s World Cup

By Ap Correspondent

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YahooMostly Factual1h ago

Portugal's Ronaldo set for record sixth World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play in a record sixth World Cup after being selected in Portugal's squad for this summer's tournament.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual14h ago

Project 2027 World Cup: Big calls expected on Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja's future

While the selectors will pick squads for a one-off Test and three ODIs against Afghanistan, the blueprint for the 2027 ODI World Cup will be finalised on May 19. There are no question marks over Virat Kohli's position but Rohit Sharma is on a sticky wicket, and Ravindra Jadeja needs to punch above his weight to remain in contention.

By SAHIL MALHOTRA

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straits-timesMostly Factual3h ago

Mexico City races to finish metro and airport upgrades for World Cup - The Straits Times

Mexico City races to finish metro and airport upgrades for World Cup  The Straits Times

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irish-independent1h ago

Cristiano Ronaldo set for sixth World Cup after being named in Portugal squad

By Ger Keville,Phil Blanche

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national-uaeMixed4h ago

Bento omitted from Brazil's World Cup squad after Al Nassr howler - but he can still end season a title winner - The National

Bento omitted from Brazil's World Cup squad after Al Nassr howler - but he can still end season a title winner  The National

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Bangkok PostMostly Factual8h ago

Thailand closer to missing out on watching World Cup

The government is showing signs of throwing in the towel on bringing World Cup football matches to Thai TV screens, after the private sector and sponsors showed no interest in helping fund the cost.

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star-malaysiaMixed6h ago

Other Sports: Myanmar stuns Malaysia in World Cup takraw semi-finals - The Star | Malaysia

Other Sports: Myanmar stuns Malaysia in World Cup takraw semi-finals  The Star | Malaysia

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Ahram OnlineMixed8h ago

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle - World - Sports - Ahram Online

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle - World - Sports  Ahram Online

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Daily Star BDMixed9h ago

Brazil World Cup squad - The Daily Star

Brazil World Cup squad  The Daily Star

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Daily SabahMixed9h ago

Neymar back in Brazil's World Cup squad after long injury absence

Neymar has been named in Brazil’s squad for next month’s World Cup, manager Carlo Ancelotti confirmed on Monday, opening the door for the forward’s return to football’s biggest sta...

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tempo-englishMostly Factual10h ago

Croatia Announce 26-Man Squad for 2026 World Cup - Tempo.co English

Croatia Announce 26-Man Squad for 2026 World Cup  Tempo.co English

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punch-ngMostly Factual21m ago

Ronaldo breaks new World Cup record as Portugal name squad

Cristiano Ronaldo makes history, setting a new World Cup record by being named in Portugal’s 2026 squad for his sixth tournament appearance. See the full l Read More: https://punchng.com/ronaldo-breaks-new-world-cup-record-as-portugal-name-squad/

By Punch Newspapers

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Mexico NewsMixed18h ago

Spanish king to attend the Spain-Uruguay World Cup match in Guadalajara

The Spanish Royal Household has confirmed that the king will attend the match as part of the agenda for his royal visit at the invitation of President Claudia Sheinbaum and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The post Spanish king to attend the Spain-Uruguay World Cup match in Guadalajara appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By MND Staff

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vanguard-ngMixed4h ago

Robertson, McGinn in Scotland squad bidding for FIFA World Cup breakthrough

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson and Aston Villa captain John McGinn were among the players named on Tuesday by manager Steve Clarke in Scotland's first World Cup finals squad for 28 years. The post Robertson, McGinn in Scotland squad bidding for FIFA World Cup breakthrough appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Emmanuel Okogba

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myjoyonlineMixed4h ago

2026 World Cup: We want to show we are a top nation – Semenyo

The Black Stars will face the Three Lions in Group L alongside Croatia in Panama in the first round of the global competition.

By Kweku Lawrence

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actualite-cdMixed3h ago

Portugal FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad: Cristiano Ronaldo Headlines Roberto Martinez’s 27-Man Team For Historic Sixth World Cup; Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha Among Big Names | Check Full Squad Here - NewsX

Portugal FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad: Cristiano Ronaldo Headlines Roberto Martinez’s 27-Man Team For Historic Sixth World Cup; Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha Among Big Names | Check Full Squad Here  NewsX

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abidjan-netMixed4h ago

Curacao name World Cup squad as Advocaat returns for record bid - mogazmasr.com

Curacao name World Cup squad as Advocaat returns for record bid  mogazmasr.com

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First report: Mexico News · 18 May, 21:53Full coverage: 44 · 18hWindow: 18h
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Mexico News18 May, 21:53First to report

Spanish king to attend the Spain-Uruguay World Cup match in Guadalajara

el-universal-english18 May, 21:53

Spanish king to attend the Spain-Uruguay World Cup match in Guadalajara - Mexico News Daily

2h later
NYT19 May, 00:13

Dallas World Cup Mural: Artist Wyland Says Beloved Whale Artwork Was Painted Over

1h later
Times of India19 May, 01:42

Project 2027 World Cup: Big calls expected on Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja's future

4h later
tempo-english19 May, 05:38

Croatia Announce 26-Man Squad for 2026 World Cup - Tempo.co English

dhaka-tribune19 May, 05:44

Neymar back in Brazil squad for fourth World Cup - Dhaka Tribune

seneweb19 May, 05:59

How Carlo Ancelotti finally gave in to popular pressure and called up Neymar to Brazil's World Cup squad - Seneweb

Daily Sabah19 May, 06:42

Neymar back in Brazil's World Cup squad after long injury absence

Daily Star BD19 May, 07:03

Brazil World Cup squad - The Daily Star

Bangkok Post19 May, 07:27

Thailand closer to missing out on watching World Cup

Ahram Online19 May, 07:44

World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle - World - Sports - Ahram Online

tunisia-live19 May, 08:00

Sweden FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Schedule: Live streams, channels, fixtures, dates, kick-off times - Goal.com

naharnet19 May, 08:19

Atlanta bracing to host 8 World Cup matches, including semifinal showdown - Naharnet

n1-bih19 May, 09:06

Novinari i Brazilci proslavili poziv Neymara na Svjetsko prvenstvo, ali svi pričaju o izostavljanju sjajnog napadača (VIDEO)

balkan-web19 May, 09:29

Zyrtare/ Brazili shpall listën e lojtarëve për Kupën e Botës, Ancelotti i beson Neymar

star-malaysia19 May, 09:39

Other Sports: Myanmar stuns Malaysia in World Cup takraw semi-finals - The Star | Malaysia

AP19 May, 10:00

Top soccer talent Yan Diomande took a 'crazy' path from a Florida high school to the World Cup - AP News

France 2419 May, 10:15

Neymar makes Brazil's World Cup squad in dramatic recall

graphic-ghana19 May, 11:12

Brazil call up underfit Neymar in 26-man World Cup squad - Graphic Online

The Guardian19 May, 11:27

Scotland World Cup squad: striker Ross Stewart selected after four-year absence

observador19 May, 11:30

Dia 1 rumo ao Mundial: Martínez anuncia convocatória

abidjan-net19 May, 11:36

Curacao name World Cup squad as Advocaat returns for record bid - mogazmasr.com

vanguard-ng19 May, 11:43

Robertson, McGinn in Scotland squad bidding for FIFA World Cup breakthrough

national-uae19 May, 11:48

Bento omitted from Brazil's World Cup squad after Al Nassr howler - but he can still end season a title winner - The National

myjoyonline19 May, 11:56

2026 World Cup: We want to show we are a top nation – Semenyo

delo19 May, 12:00

Dalić izbral ekipo, ki bo na mundialu zastopala Hrvaško

straits-times19 May, 12:08

Mexico City races to finish metro and airport upgrades for World Cup - The Straits Times

vg19 May, 12:11

Ronaldo til VM for sjette gang

faz19 May, 12:20

Neuer im WM-Kader: Hype und Drama um Manuel Neuer

Fox News19 May, 12:26

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo To Make Sixth World Cup Appearance

publico19 May, 12:31

As explicações de Martínez sobre as escolhas para o Mundial 2026

actualite-cd19 May, 12:49

Portugal FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad: Cristiano Ronaldo Headlines Roberto Martinez’s 27-Man Team For Historic Sixth World Cup; Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha Among Big Names | Check Full Squad Here - NewsX

The Independent19 May, 12:53

Cristiano Ronaldo set to make history as Portugal announce World Cup squad

klix-ba19 May, 12:55

Oglasio se i Tabaković: Putovat ću sa reprezentacijom na Svjetsko prvenstvo

24ur19 May, 13:00

Zdaj tudi uradno: Cristiano še šestič na mundial

Al Jazeera19 May, 13:14

Ronaldo to lead Portugal at sixth World Cup as Martinez names squad

telex19 May, 13:17

Cristiano Ronaldo hatodjára is játszhat a világbajnokságon

20-minuten19 May, 13:38

Als er für die WM nominiert wird, dreht das ganze Team durch

index-hr19 May, 13:41

Pogledajte trenutak kada je Neymar saznao da ide na Svjetsko prvenstvo

BBC19 May, 14:12

Ronaldo in Portugal squad for record sixth World Cup

irish-independent19 May, 14:12

Cristiano Ronaldo set for sixth World Cup after being named in Portugal squad

Yahoo19 May, 14:14

Portugal's Ronaldo set for record sixth World Cup

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danas19 May, 15:16

Ronaldo juri istoriju: Selektor Portugala Martinez objavio spisak igrača za SP

punch-ng19 May, 15:44Latest update

Ronaldo breaks new World Cup record as Portugal name squad