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TopicCristiano Ronaldo

Topic: Cristiano Ronaldo

From 0 chances created to 0 dribbles—Ronaldo registers unwanted statistics in World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo registered 17 shots on target without creating a chance during the FIFA World Cup. He completed 0 successful dribbles across his 441 minutes played on the pitch.

Cristiano Ronaldo touched the ball only once in D-box against Croatia. It was a penalty kick

Cristiano Ronaldo converted the penalty kick, ending the most talked-about statistic in his World Cup career. Previously, he failed to score in 8 knockout matches in the tournament.

Harry Kane surpasses Ronaldo and Lineker in World Cup goals. Bayern move has reshaped his game

Harry Kane's 70-goal season for club and country surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo’s tally, while his 11th World Cup goal makes him the highest scorer in England for the tournament.

Ronaldo becomes the second-oldest player to score in FIFA World Cup. He turns back time at 41

Scoring at 41 years and 138 days, Cristiano Ronaldo moved past some of the game's biggest names and added another record to a career that now spans six World Cups.

Messi covered least distance in opening FIFA World Cup fixture. Ronaldo at third last

Lionel Messi's influence now comes in concentrated bursts. Cristiano Ronaldo's influence rests on positioning and presence inside the penalty area.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s legacy cannot be changed. A true leader must know when to step down

Cristiano Ronaldo remains a legendary figure, but the numbers are hard to ignore. Against DR Congo, he failed to register a shot on target despite Portugal dominating possession.

Henry calls Ronaldo ‘selfish’ after Portugal’s 1-1 draw against DR Congo in FIFA World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo disappeared for almost the entirety of the game, making 25 touches across the 90 minutes. He managed just three shots— none on target—and zero defensive recoveries.

DR Congo holds Portugal to a 1-1 draw at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ronaldo fails to fire

Portugal walked into the match as clear favourites. But the Congo’s disciplined defence, combined with tactical counterattacks, stole the show in the Group K match.

Cristiano Ronaldo can learn from MS Dhoni. Sit on the bench this FIFA World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo is not immune to age. His aura survives, but the aura will not win Portugal any trophies.

2026 FIFA World Cup is a generational shift—Messi and Ronaldo ready to pass on rivalry baton

Messi has already 'shaken hands with paradise' in 2022 after lifting the World Cup in Qatar. Ronaldo, despite his staggering achievements, still chases this one elusive trophy.

On Camera

Maharashtra, Odisha women cash schemes drive financial autonomy, alter household spending—EAC-PM paper

Paper finds male relatives of women getting cash transfers in Maharashtra spend 49% less, save 23% more monthly, while women’s own spending is up 46%. Odisha also shows dip in men's spends.

DIA effect: Canada steams ahead with TKMS for new submarines, India’s P 75I still in works

Ottawa has handed over execution functions of critical defence projects to a CEO-led organisation for reducing procurement timelines and making it solely accountable for outcomes.

Congress is ceding ground to BJP on nationalism. It’s pushing India towards one-party system

The Congress party’s abandonment of nationalism is the most intriguing aspect of its post-2014 politics. The real Congress was never a party of bleeding heart pacifists.