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Ronaldo Named to Record Sixth World Cup Squad Amid Roster Announcements

National teams are announcing their final rosters for the upcoming World Cup, highlighted by Cristiano Ronaldo's inclusion in Portugal's squad for a record sixth appearance. The selections also feature stories of players like Curtis and Yan Diomande making their respective teams.

18 May, 21:53 — 19 May, 17:05
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APVery High46d 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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BBCHigh46d 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 Factual46d ago

How Trump Entrusted His World Cup to Another Giuliani

Andrew Giuliani, the son of Rudy and a longtime Trump loyalist, is overseeing American hosting duties for the World Cup next month. It’s a big promotion.

By Matt Flegenheimer and Rebecca R. Ruiz

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The GuardianMostly Factual46d ago

World Cup 2026: Steve Clarke’s Scotland squad – in pictures

From Tierney and McTominay to Stewart, a player-by-player guide to Scotland’s squad of 26 for the World Cup finals Scotland squad: Stewart recalled after four-year absence Continue reading...

By Ewan Murray

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual46d ago

Neymar is going to the World Cup: Why did Brazil name him in the squad?

Oft-injured superstar hasn't played for the national team since 2023, but he's back in the squad before World Cup 2026.

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Fox NewsMixed46d 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 24High46d 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 Factual46d 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 Factual46d ago

How Curtis timed run to perfection for World Cup place

Teenage winger Findlay Curtis will be Scotland's youngest player at the 2026 World Cup after an impressive burst of form on loan at Kilmarnock from Rangers.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual46d 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 Factual46d 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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cyprus-mail46d ago

Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo named to record 6th World Cup roster

Cristiano Ronaldo and the World Cup continue to be an inseparable pair as the star Portugal forward was just named to his record sixth tournament going back to 2006. Portugal manager Roberto Martinez named a full roster plus a few hopefuls to his list of players for the World Cup, which starts next month in […]

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irish-independent46d ago

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

By Ger Keville,Phil Blanche

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national-uaeMixed46d 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 Factual46d 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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Ahram OnlineMixed46d ago

Robertson and McGinn in Scotland squad bidding for World Cup breakthrough - World - Sports - Ahram Online

Robertson and McGinn in Scotland squad bidding for World Cup breakthrough - World - Sports  Ahram Online

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star-malaysiaMixed46d 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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Daily Star BDMixed46d ago

Brazil World Cup squad - The Daily Star

Brazil World Cup squad  The Daily Star

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Daily SabahMixed46d 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 Factual46d 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 Factual46d 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 NewsMixed46d 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-ngMixed46d ago

2026 World Cup: Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for record sixth appearance

Ronaldo already holds the men’s all-time international appearance and goalscoring records, with 226 caps and 143 goals for Portugal. The post 2026 World Cup: Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for record sixth appearance appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

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jamaica-gleanerMostly Factual46d ago

Cristiano Ronaldo enters sixth World Cup looking to show he can still thrive - Jamaica Gleaner

Cristiano Ronaldo enters sixth World Cup looking to show he can still thrive  Jamaica Gleaner

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myjoyonlineMixed46d 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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senewebMixed46d ago

2026 World Cup: Manuel Neuer returns to the German national team - Seneweb

2026 World Cup: Manuel Neuer returns to the German national team  Seneweb

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abidjan-netMixed46d ago

Ivory Coast teenager Yan Diomande took a whirlwind path from a Florida high school to the World Cup - WRAL

Ivory Coast teenager Yan Diomande took a whirlwind path from a Florida high school to the World Cup  WRAL

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actualite-cdMixed46d ago

Michel-Ange Balikwisha suffers World Cup heartbreak as Celtic man dropped by DR Congo - 67 Hail Hail

Michel-Ange Balikwisha suffers World Cup heartbreak as Celtic man dropped by DR Congo  67 Hail Hail

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el-universal-english18 May, 21:53First to report

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

Mexico News18 May, 21:53

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

4h 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

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

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)

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

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

seneweb19 May, 12:02

2026 World Cup: Manuel Neuer returns to the German national team - Seneweb

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

Ahram Online19 May, 12:18

Robertson and McGinn in Scotland squad bidding for World Cup breakthrough - World - Sports - Ahram Online

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

jamaica-gleaner19 May, 12:51

Cristiano Ronaldo enters sixth World Cup looking to show he can still thrive - Jamaica Gleaner

The Guardian19 May, 12:52

World Cup 2026: Steve Clarke’s Scotland squad – in pictures

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 s reprezentacijom na Svjetsko prvenstvo

24ur19 May, 13:00

Zdaj tudi uradno: Cristiano še šestič na mundial

telex19 May, 13:17

Cristiano Ronaldo hatodjára is játszhat a világbajnokságon

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

NYT19 May, 14:30

How Trump Entrusted His World Cup to Another Giuliani

observador19 May, 15:01

Raio-x à época dos 27 convocados para o Mundial

danas19 May, 15:16

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

Al Jazeera19 May, 15:29

Neymar is going to the World Cup: Why did Brazil name him in the squad?

punch-ng19 May, 15:44

Ronaldo breaks new World Cup record as Portugal name squad

actualite-cd19 May, 16:00

Michel-Ange Balikwisha suffers World Cup heartbreak as Celtic man dropped by DR Congo - 67 Hail Hail

balkan-web19 May, 16:04

“Italia ka shumë probleme”, Duro për dështimin e axurrëve: Kanë vuajtur mungesën e…

abidjan-net19 May, 16:21

Ivory Coast teenager Yan Diomande took a whirlwind path from a Florida high school to the World Cup - WRAL

delfi-lt19 May, 16:23

Portugalijos sudėtyje pasaulio čempionatui – rekordinis Ronaldo ir žuvęs puolėjas

cyprus-mail19 May, 16:56

Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo named to record 6th World Cup roster

vanguard-ng19 May, 16:58

2026 World Cup: Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for record sixth appearance

20-minuten19 May, 17:04

Neuer-Rückkehr: «Nagelsmann macht kommunikativ alles falsch»

Yahoo19 May, 17:05Latest update

How Curtis timed run to perfection for World Cup place