Advertisement
RELATED TOPICS FOR Portugal Football
Portugal National Football Team News, Fixtures and Results
Page
Ronaldo's cursed start at Al-Nassr gets even MORE bizarre: Now his debut could be delayed because the club has too many FOREIGNERS - following his press conference gaffe, two match ban and first game being called off!
05/01/23 16:26
Cristiano Ronaldo's bizarre start to life at Al-Nassr continued as it emerged his debut could be further delayed, with the Saudi Arabian club reportedly exceeding their quota for foreign players. The Portuguese superstar's first game for the club had expected to take place today, but the match was put on hold after heavy rainfall saw the club's ground suffer electrical issues. Al-Nassr officials expect the rescheduled match against against Al Ta'i to take place tomorrow at Mrsool Park, the 25,000-capacity venue....read
Cristiano Ronaldo is urged to use his platform to call out Saudi Arabia's 'myriad of human rights issues' by Amnesty International after signing £175m-a-year deal with Al-Nassr - as they warn him not to 'become a tool of their sportswashing'
05/01/23 12:18Saudi Arabia has been accused of using sportswashing after high-profile sporting events have been held in the country such as boxing fights and a Formula One Grand Prix.
Cristiano Ronaldo makes a young Al-Nassr fan's day by giving her a signed ball in a touching moment during his unveiling in front of 25,000 supporters after sealing £175m-a-year deal
05/01/23 11:04Ronaldo was introduced as 'the world's greatest footballer' in front of 25,000 raucous supporters at Mrsool Park in Riyadh, to a backdrop of fireworks, flares and strobe lighting.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr boss, Rudi Garcia, is labelled 'the WORST person I've known in football' by former Brazil star Juninho
05/01/23 09:22A former colleague of Cristiano Ronaldo's new manager has described him as the 'worst person' he has ever known in his footballing career in a hard-hitting character assassination.
EXCLUSIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo is BANNED from making his debut on Thursday for Saudi side Al-Nassr because he still has to serve a two-game FA suspension for smashing an Everton fan's phone
04/01/23 15:27SHEKHAR BHATIA IN RIYADH: the self-proclaimed 'unique' player, is still to be punished for a misdemeanour and has been told he is barred from starring for Al Nassr, a source revealed.
Lionel Messi is cashing in on his World Cup success with Budweiser, Call of Duty and crypto sponsored Instagram posts raking in over £9m... and he could even oust Cristiano Ronaldo at the rich list summit after confirming himself as the GOAT!
04/01/23 12:19Since he lifted the World Cup on December 18, Messi's official Instagram account, which has 414 million followers, has promoted six different brands in paid partnerships.
Happy to have arrived? Cristiano Ronaldo looks rather sheepish as journalists at his Al-Nassr unveiling shout his own 'Siuu' celebration
03/01/23 17:27In an unveiling befitting of a player now on £175m per year, Ronaldo was given the full pomp and ceremony as the country seeks to establish itself as one of the major players in the global game.
Cristiano Ronaldo's FIFA rating is slashed to its lowest in 12 years after his sensational £175m-a-year move to Saudi side Al-Nassr following his explosive exit from Manchester United
03/01/23 09:52The 37-year-old completed his move to Al-Nassr on a sensational £175million-a-year contract following his tumultuous exit from Manchester United in November.
'Fans really owe Erik ten Hag an apology': Man United supporters insist Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Saudi side Al-Nassr proves the Dutch boss was RIGHT to exile the Portuguese forward
31/12/22 10:11Ronaldo completed his move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr on Friday evening after his United contract was terminated on November 22 following a bombshell interview with Piers Morgan.
PICTURED: Cristiano Ronaldo OFFICIALLY joins Saudi side Al-Nassr... with the Portuguese star set to earn £175m-a-year as part of sensational contract after his bitter Manchester United exit
30/12/22 21:52Cristiano Ronaldo has signed for Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr on a sensational £175million-a-year contract following his tumultuous exit from Manchester United in November.
'Ronaldo is FINISHED!': Fans flock to social media to claim that Cristiano Ronaldo is 'so done' after he signed a sensational £175MILLION-a-year deal with Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr
30/12/22 18:32Fans have taken to social media to slam Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to sign a stunning deal with Al Nassr, claiming that the forward's career is now all but over.Cristiano Ronaldo OFFICIALLY joins Saudi side Al-Nassr... with the Portuguese star set to earn £175m-a-year as part of sensational contract after his bitter Manchester United exit
30/12/22 17:57Cristiano Ronaldo has signed for Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr on a sensational £175million-a-year contract following his tumultuous exit from Manchester United in November.
Diogo Dalot returns to Manchester United training after missing the last two matches with a hamstring injury as he looks to win his place back from Aaron Wan-Bissaka ahead of the club's trip to Wolves
30/12/22 16:56The 23-year-old picked up a hamstring injury playing for Portugal at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, when they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Morocco in the quarter-finals.
With Pele's passing aged 82, football has lost 'The King'. For so long he was hailed as the greatest player of all time, but after Messi and Maradona... who REALLY is the best ever? Pele, Maradona, Cruyff, Messi or Ronaldo?
29/12/22 18:59It is a debate that has long raged among football fans, and don't expect it to end, ever. Just who really is the greatest footballer to have played the game? After Pele's death, we have reopened the discussion.
The striker that benched Ronaldo, a Frenchman offered to Bayern before his stellar showing, and an American who needs to play... the stars that could use their World Cup displays to earn a transfer
29/12/22 04:07After a World Cup full of exciting moments, heightened drama, and individual brilliance, its time to see which teams are going to take a swing at players who stood out in Qatar.
Cody Gakpo is on Man United's radar, Sofyan Amrabat could be heading to Liverpool... and Alexis Mac Allister has put himself in the shop window! 10 players who look destined for big-money moves after impressing at the Qatar World Cup
25/12/22 13:47Before being dumped out of the World Cup, a number of stars produced scintillating displays and put themselves in the shop window, meaning they could be in line for big-money transfers next year.
Paul Pogba believes Sir Alex Ferguson would succeed in the modern day - but only if he had a similar group of players and coaching staff to those he had at Man United... as the midfielder hails Cristiano Ronaldo's 'unbelievable' discipline
25/12/22 13:11Pogba infamously fell out with Ferguson during his first spell at United leading to the French midfielder leaving the club for free at the end of his contract to join Juventus in 2012.
Roma striker Tammy Abraham claims it's an 'honour' that Portugal want to hire Jose Mourinho as their next boss - as he says the ex-Chelsea manager is 'like an uncle' who 'motivates me in every way'
24/12/22 19:59There have been rumours since Santos departure that the former Chelsea and Manchester United manager could combine the Portugal job with his current one at Roma.
Brazil are plotting to replace Tite with Jose Mourinho following shock World Cup exit - and have 'opened talks with the Roma boss' after Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti snubbed them
23/12/22 16:59The five-time World Cup winners were one of the favourites to win this year's tournament in Qatar, but Tite's side bowed out early in the quarter-finals to Croatia on penalties.
Manchester United fans create new 'I don't care about Ronny' chant targeting Cristiano Ronaldo, with supporters laying into striker at Old Trafford following his bitter split from club
23/12/22 08:58Manchester United fans sang a new chant on Wednesday night during their Carabao Cup win over Burnley, hitting out at Cristiano Ronaldo in their first competitive match since his bitter exit.
Benfica 'reject an £88m offer from an unnamed club for Liverpool target Enzo Fernandez with the Portuguese side holding out for his £105m release clause' after the Argentina star's value soared thanks to World Cup glory
22/12/22 12:08Fernandez played the full match as Argentina beat France 4-2 on penalties in the World Cup final on Sunday, and Benfica are now holding out for a club to pay his £105m release clause.
Morocco stun the world, Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann excel, while Cristiano Ronaldo's reputation takes a massive hit and Budweiser have a nightmare tournament... Sportsmail's WINNERS and LOSERS from the 2022 Qatar World Cup
21/12/22 22:00For the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Mexico and Budweiser, it has been a tournament to forget. Here Sportsmail takes a look at the winners and losers to come out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Remaining impartial then, FIFA? Governing body is blasted by fans on social media after deleting two tweets appearing to take shots at Cristiano Ronaldo with one declaring the 'GOAT debate settled' after long-term rival Lionel Messi's World Cup success
21/12/22 14:39Even FIFA appeared to have piled into the debate, with its official World Cup account posting two tweets that seemingly sought to elevate the Argentine above the Portuguese.
'If they call me, I'll listen': Louis van Gaal hints at possible international comeback as manager of Portugal after the former Man Utd boss ended third stint in charge of the Netherlands
20/12/22 22:06Louis van Gaal has left the door open for a return to international coaching if the Portugal FA want to talk to him about their vacant manager's post.
Argentina gave Lionel Messi the prize he craved and Morocco created history... while France fell agonisingly short and England were left to rue what might have been: World Cup report card for the 16 teams to make the knockout stages
20/12/22 21:00In an unpredictable tournament from start to finish, England and Brazil both eased into the knockout stages, but then fell at the quarter-finals, while Morocco and Croatia made the semi-finals.
'He's fuming!': Darren Bent claims there is 'NO WAY' Cristiano Ronaldo watched Argentina's World Cup final victory as the former England striker insists it 'would bother him' to see his great rival Lionel Messi triumph
20/12/22 18:48The Portuguese forward - who may have at last found himself a new club in the shape of Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr - has shared one of sport's greatest rivalries over the last 15 years.
Toni Kroos backtracks on 'forbidden' rule to claim ex-team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo's long-time rival Lionel Messi as the 'G.O.A.T' - as midfielder insists Argentina's talisman 'deserves' the accolade after World Cup triumph
20/12/22 12:13Kroos, who played for many years with Cristiano Ronaldo in Spain, had previously suggested that the Portuguese star was the best to ever grace the football pitch.
'The WORST World Cup of all time': Cristiano Ronaldo's sister derides Qatar tournament after Portugal's shock exit and refuses to praise his long-term rival Lionel Messi for inspiring Argentina to glory - instead hailing 'unreal' Kylian Mbappe
20/12/22 08:54Katia Aveiro, 45, watched on as her superstar brother was eliminated from the competition in the quarter-finals after Portugal's shock defeat to underdogs Morocco.
REVEALED: Argentina will rise only to SECOND in new FIFA rankings despite winning the World Cup, with Morocco shooting up 11 places following their fairytale run as Germany fall below USA... while England will remain fifth
19/12/22 16:13Lionel Messi inspired his side to an historic triumph in Qatar, beating France on penalties to claim their first World Cup win since 1986 - yet Argentina are still behind Brazil in FIFA's rankings.
Walid Regragui says Morocco have proved they can go 'toe-to-toe' with the best after remarkable fourth-place finish at the World Cup... as he insists his team's success 'should inspire other African countries'
17/12/22 20:17The Moroccan coach Walid Regragui was full of praise for his players, whom he said 'gave everything' but just came up short against Croatia to finish fourth.
Cristiano Ronaldo hits the gym after Portugal's disappointing World Cup exit as the former Man United star looks to keep fit while searching for a new club following his acrimonious Old Trafford departure
17/12/22 18:14Cristiano Ronaldo has shared a video of him in the gym, as he looks to stay in shape while finding a new club after leaving Manchester United.
Even Frankie Dettori is mocking Ronaldo! Retiring jockey insists he 'didn't want to end up struggling to get rides in the big races' amid the former Man United star's struggle for game time with club and country
17/12/22 15:04Frankie Dettori has aimed a dig at Cristiano Ronaldo's recent struggles, as the legendary jockey announced his retirement from horse racing.
Gary Neville admits he'd 'love Cristiano Ronaldo to stay in the Premier League' as he searches for a new club after having his Man United contract torn up... with the Sky pundit insistent that fans still 'want to watch him every week'
17/12/22 11:21There has been interest from Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr and the Qatar Stars League but his former United team-mate Neville would like to see Ronaldo playing at a higher level.
Gary Neville snubs England's Jude Bellingham as the best young player in his World Cup awards, hands Lionel Messi the top prize over final rival Kylian Mbappe and says Cristiano Ronaldo OVERACHIEVED in Qatar, despite Portugal's struggles
17/12/22 08:42Gary Neville has picked Lionel Messi as his player of the tournament while has snubbed Jude Bellingham as the best young player of the World Cup in Qatar.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO: Jose Mourinho 'IS interested in Portugal job' but will not leave Roma in the lurch... with legendary manager 'plotting exit from Serie A club 12 months early' to lead his country into Euro 2024
16/12/22 17:22According to Corriere dello Sport, Mendes met with the federation's president, Fernando Soares Gomes da Silva, on Thursday to discuss Jose Mourinho's current plans.
Arsenal fullback Cedric Soares picks Cristiano Ronaldo as frontman in his star-studded Portuguese five-a-side team that also features Rui Patricio and Manchester United legend Nani
16/12/22 17:13Cedric Soares has picked Cristiano Ronaldo at the head of a five-a-side team of Portuguese stars he has played with.
Gary Neville says Cristiano Ronaldo was LET DOWN by Fernando Santos because Portugal 'didn't play to his strengths' during the World Cup... as he admits feeling sorry for his ex-Man United team-mate as he walked off in tears after shock Morocco loss
16/12/22 14:04Ronaldo exited football's biggest stage in tears after Portugal were stunned by Morocco in the quarter-finals, having been dropped from the starting line-up in the two knockout games.
Jose Mourinho is the 'front-runner' to replace Fernando Santos and could be key for Cristiano Ronaldo's future, while Andre Villas-Boas and Paulo Fonseca 'have expressed interest'... as the running for Portugal's next manager hots up
16/12/22 11:42Portugal are on the hunt for a new manager after sacking Fernando Santos following their World Cup exit. Jose Mourinho, Paulo Fonseca and Andre Villas-Boas have all been linked.
Al-Nassr president DENIES talking to Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo during the World Cup over a £173m per season deal... and the Saudi Arabia giants wish him the best with 'any decision' as he trains alone while searching for a new club
16/12/22 11:06The 37-year-old superstar, who lost his place in Portugal's starting line-up after falling out of favour with manager Fernando Santos, crashed out of the World Cup against Morocco.
'NOBODY has the capacity to give him what he earns': Porto's president claims no one in Portugal can afford to bring Cristiano Ronaldo home as the superstar free agent seeks new club following Manchester United exit
16/12/22 09:59Porto President Pinto da Costa has claimed nobody in Portugal can afford Cristiano Ronaldo's wage demands, as the legendary forward seeks a new club following his Manchester United exit.
Cristiano Ronaldo leads a group of nine Portugal stars not to thank Fernando Santos - despite winning Euro 2016 together - days after his wife's rant at departing boss' 'wrong' snubbing of her husband
16/12/22 09:17Santos was axed on Thursday following their 1-0 defeat to the North African side to cap off a tension-filled tournament dominated by Ronaldo, who did not seen eye-to-eye with his coach.
Jose Mourinho refuses to respond to questions over Portugal job as speculation grows he may replace sacked Fernando Santos... with Maniche backing the former Chelsea and Man United boss to take over
15/12/22 19:57Fernando Santos was sacked on Thursday after his side's shock World Cup quarter-final exit against Morocco. Mourinho was bombarded with questions on replacing him but did not respond.
Portugal SACK Fernando Santos after shock World Cup quarter-final exit against Morocco after dropping Cristiano Ronaldo for younger stars... with Paulo Fonseca tipped to replace the Euro 2016 and Nations League winner
15/12/22 16:55Portugal have sacked Fernando Santos as their national team coach. The 68-year-old manager led Portugal to the World Cup quarter-finals before suffering a shock 1-0 defeat by Morocco.
Cristiano Ronaldo trains at former club Real Madrid for a second day in a row... as the 37-year-old free agent looks to keep in shape as he steps up his attempts to find a new club following Portugal's World Cup exit
15/12/22 11:36Ronaldo has been a free agent since mutually terminating his contract with Manchester United last month in the wake of his explosive interview with Piers Morgan.
WORLD CUP RECAP: All the latest news as France are hit by more virus doubts ahead of Sunday's final with Argentina... while Gareth Southgate will be asked to make a quick decision over his England future
15/12/22 08:32Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest news and updates on the day after France's victory over Morocco which sealed their place in the final against Argentina.
'He didn't even have the DIGNITY to congratulate them': Cristiano Ronaldo is slammed by Didi Hamann for snubbing Morocco heroes after Portugal's World Cup exit - as pundit hails 'graciousness in defeat' shown by Atlas Lions after loss to France
14/12/22 23:30The Atlas Lions, who had beaten Portugal 1-0 in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup at the weekend, had their inspiring campaign brought to an end tonight.
Fernando Santos 'set for the axe' following Portugal's shock World Cup exit at the hands of Morocco with Lille boss Paulo Fonseca the No 1 choice to replace him
14/12/22 17:43Portugal boss Fernando Santos is set to be sacked after their World Cup quarter-final exit, with Lille manager Paulo Fonseca the frontrunner to replace him.
Joao Felix to be offered to Premier League sides in January - with both Manchester clubs, Arsenal and Aston Villa potential destinations - as Portugal star looks for an escape route from Atletico Madrid
14/12/22 16:28The attacker is available for transfer next month after struggling to show his huge talent regularly under boss Diego Simeone, and his representatives are keen to generate a market for their client in England.
YOUR COMMENTS: So who is the GREATEST of all time - Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? MailOnline readers have their say on the debate EVERY football fan is talking about
14/12/22 15:56The debate over whether Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest footballer of all time has been reignited after the Argentine fired his nation into the final of the World Cup.
Manchester United 'will make an enquiry about Goncalo Ramos in January' as they seek a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo... but Erik ten Hag 'has been told a striker may NOT arrive' in the transfer window due to budget constraints
14/12/22 14:55Goncalo Ramos could be set to replace Cristiano Ronaldo once again, with Manchester United reportedly interested in signing the Portuguese striker from Benfica.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO: Rafael Leao is the standout name to become Cristiano Ronaldo's heir for Portugal - but he must join a top team to reach his level... the AC Milan forward can bring the glory days back to Chelsea - who are desperate to sign him
13/12/22 22:00ALVISE CAGNAZZO: Cristiano Ronaldo's story with Portugal might soon be over, but there is one player who has the potential to live up to his legacy for the national team - Rafael Leao.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic urges Rafael Leao to stay at AC Milan where he has the 'confidence, space, freedom' to become 'really scary' - with Chelsea among Portuguese forward's suitors
13/12/22 18:29The Swedish striker urged Leao to remain at the San Siro , citing his already-startling growth as a prime reason why he should continue his development at the Serie A champions for the foreseeable future.
Cristiano Ronaldo 'has no intention of retiring from international football following Portugal's World Cup exit... and is determined to reclaim his place to lead his country at Euro 2024'
13/12/22 16:53Ronaldo's side exited the World Cup on Saturday at the quarter-final stage after losing 1-0 to Morocco, and the 37-year-old was in floods of tears as he went down the tunnel at full time.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO: Cristiano Ronaldo believes Jose Mourinho is the key to extending his international career... and the Roma boss is the ONLY coach who can repair the growing rift in the Portugal squad after shock World Cup exit
13/12/22 14:45ALVISE CAGNAZZO: It has long been an aim of Mourinho's to manage a national team, and now the time is right for him to take over his own, however onerous the task at hand may seem.
'Pain, uncertainty and constant work': Cristiano Ronaldo shares a cryptic message on social media, two days after Portugal's World Cup elimination... with free agent yet to announce his next club after leaving Manchester United
12/12/22 23:29The 37-year-old started the match on the bench, after falling out of favour with national boss Fernando Santos, before being introduced mid-way through their loss to Morocco.
REVEALED: Morocco hero Youssef En-Nesyri jumped to an incredible height of 9ft 1in to score their winner against Portugal - nine inches higher than Cristiano Ronaldo's famous leap for Juventus in 2019
12/12/22 12:26The Morocco forward rose highest above Diogo Costa and Ruben Dias to nod in Yahia Attiyat-Allah's inviting cross from the left-hand side.
Arsenal 'lead a five-team race to sign Joao Felix' - though his agent Jorge Mendes 'is pushing for him to join Aston Villa' - after Atletico Madrid's chief executive admitted they are open to selling their £114m record signing
12/12/22 11:35Atletico Madrid chief executive Miguel Angel Gil admitted last week that Felix wants to leave the club and that they will be listening to offers for their all-time record signing.
Gary Neville says it was 'horrible' to watch Cristiano Ronaldo in a flood of tears in the tunnel after Portugal's shock World Cup defeat by Morocco, as he sympathises with his former Man United team-mate after a 'tough couple of months'
12/12/22 10:38Neville said he could understand the feelings that the Portuguese legend was experiencing with his side knocked out of the World Cup by underdogs Morocco on Saturday evening.
IAN HERBERT: The most revealing aspect of Cristiano Ronaldo's trudge from the pitch was that his team-mates did not bother to console him… this tragic figure has never been more in need of wise, honest friends to tell him how BAD things look
11/12/22 22:41For Cristiano Ronaldo, it was a tournament which opened and closed with tears and, once he had stepped down a tunnel and into history, found precious few being shed for him.
IAN LADYMAN: I feel SORRY for Cristiano Ronaldo. He has been one of the greats but on Saturday his relevance and meaning came to an end in tears. He knows it's OVER
11/12/22 22:37Cristiano Ronaldo knows how to exit a stage. He left Manchester United in a blaze of angry soundbites. Now he has left the World Cup blinded by his own tears. And I feel a bit sorry for him.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal 'is like David Beckham in LA - there's a weight there', says Landon Donovan - who predicts the team will 'be different' when the 37-year-old steps away
11/12/22 16:07Ronaldo was said to be furious at being dropped to the bench and Donovan suggested his presence in the roster and its sideshow have been a hindrance to the Portuguese national team in Qatar.
'Our dream fell apart': Bruno Fernandes sends emotional message to Portugal fans following their shock World Cup exit, but classily congratulates Morocco on their victory as the Man United midfielder admits they deserved to go through
11/12/22 12:48Portugal suffered a 1-0 defeat to Morocco in the quarter-final of the tournament in Doha , with Youssef En-Nesyri's goal proving to be the difference in the match on Saturday.
Cristiano Ronaldo will NOT return home from the World Cup on Sunday... with the free agent among 10 Portugal players who will spend time with their families in Qatar instead of flying back to Lisbon after shock Morocco defeat
11/12/22 09:51Ronaldo is accompanied by nine others to stay on in Qatar, after the Portuguese FA announced only 14 players would return to the Portuguese capital following Saturday's 1-0 defeat.
'Why shouldn't we dream?': Walid Regragui insists his Morocco team can go further after shocking Portugal to become the FIRST African nation to reach the World Cup semi-finals
10/12/22 20:23Walid Regragui's dream of his Morocco team becoming Africa's first World Cup semi-finalists came true on Saturday but he said they can go even further in the tournament in Qatar.
Georgina Rodriguez rants at Portugal manager Fernando Santos on Instagram for his 'wrong' decision to start Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench in defeat by Morocco... as she insists her partner 'changed' the game 'but it was too late'
10/12/22 19:11Cristiano Ronaldo's partner Georgina Rodriguez has hit out at Portugal manager Fernando Santos for not starting the forward in their shock World Cup quarter-final defeat by Morocco.
PLAYER RATINGS: Yassine Bono and Youssef En-Nesyri put in heroic performances as Morocco stun Portugal to reach the World Cup semi-final, but Cristiano Ronaldo and Diogo Costa fail to perform
10/12/22 18:54PLAYER RATINGS: Morocco provided the biggest shock of the entire World Cup on Saturday, knocking out huge favourites Portugal to reach the semi-finals in Qatar.
Nigel de Jong accuses Portugal of being 'really complacent' in shock quarter-final defeat to Morocco... as Graeme Souness hails the Atlas Lions for creating 'history' by becoming the first African nation to make the semi-finals of the World Cup
10/12/22 18:02Portugal eased into the quarter-finals with a 6-1 thrashing of Switzerland on Tuesday, but they came unstuck against Morocco, with Youssef En-Nesyri's first-half header sealing a 1-0 win for Morocco.
IAN HERBERT: Cristiano Ronaldo's international career wasn't meant to end this way... Portugal's forwards were anonymous before he came off the bench against Morocco and there was no dream World Cup swansong
10/12/22 18:01IAN HERBERT AT THE AL-THUMAMA STADIUM: There was no international swansong for the player who has been the beating heart of this Portugal team for so long.
'Well f***king played!': Gary Lineker leads tributes to 'gutsy' Morocco after the rank outsiders defeated Portugal to become the first African side to reach the World Cup semi-finals
10/12/22 17:33Morocco continued their improbable progression through the tournament with a spirited victory at the Al Thumama Stadium, becoming the first African side to reach a World Cup semi-final in the process.
Cristiano Ronaldo had JUST TEN touches and one shot during Portugal's 1-0 defeat by Morocco... failing to have an impact after coming on as a sub in what could be his final World Cup appearance
10/12/22 17:22The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has influenced many huge matches throughout his career, but on a night where his national side needed him to produce, Ronaldo failed to find the back of the net.
Fan is KICKED OUT of Portugal's quarter-final loss against Morocco after throwing water at Cristiano Ronaldo from above the bench... after the striker had been left out for the second successive match
10/12/22 17:10Ronaldo was named among the substitutes for the second consecutive match after being dropped for Goncalo Ramos against Switzerland, who came in and netted a hat-trick.
Cristiano Ronaldo walks down the tunnel in TEARS as Portugal become the latest World Cup heavyweights to be dumped out after a shock defeat by giant-killers Morocco
10/12/22 17:08Cristiano Ronaldo was captured walking off in tears after Portugal were dumped out of the 2022 World Cup following a 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Morocco.
Cristiano Ronaldo is BENCHED again as Fernando Santos opts for the same forward line that tore Switzerland apart for Portugal's quarter-final clash with Morocco
10/12/22 13:38Ronaldo, 37, was named among the substitutes for his country's last-16 tie with Switzerland earlier this week - with his replacement, Goncalo Ramos, scoring a hat-trick.
Sonny Bill Williams throws his support behind his 'Moroccan brothers' to continue their magical World Cup journey and BEAT Portugal in huge quarter final in Qatar
10/12/22 10:59The African side have captured the hearts and minds of legions of fans across the world with their brave, uncompromising style that has seen them eliminate Belgium and Spain.
Morocco 1-0 Portugal: Youssef En-Nesyri's first-half header sends the Portuguese out in World Cup's biggest upset so far... as a devastated Cristiano Ronaldo storms down the tunnel in tears
10/12/22 10:55MOROCCO 1-0 PORTUGAL - MATT BARLOW AT THE AL THUMAMA STADIUM: Just when it seemed impossible for the din to become any more ear-splitting, the whistle blew.
'I've always thought this would be his last tournament': Gareth Southgate could quit even if England WIN the World Cup as fans 'pick him apart', Sportsmail's Martin Samuel tells WORLD CUP CONFIDENTIAL
10/12/22 10:08Though many would expect Southgate to stay on as Three Lions boss, chief sports writerr Martin Samuel suggests he could walk away - even if England win the competition.
Fernando Santos admits he told Cristiano Ronaldo 'it's better for our strategy if you didn't play' ahead of Portugal's win over Switzerland... but now he wants calm as he plots a way past giant-killers Morocco
09/12/22 22:31DOMINIC KING IN DOHA: Fernando Santos revels what he said to Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of his role as sub in the last-16 clash against Switzerland and how the Portugal captain reacted.
MICAH RICHARDS: Beating France would be England's biggest scalp in my lifetime, it's NOT just all about stopping Kylian Mbappe... and Cristiano Ronaldo has MISSED the chance to silence his critics
09/12/22 22:31MICAH RICHARDS: If England beat France it would be the greatest result they've achieved on foreign soil. I would even go as far as to say it'd be the best scalp England have taken in my lifetime.
GRAEME SOUNESS: Teams fear England! They are dangerous and fallible France know it as they prepare to face Gareth Southgate's side in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final
09/12/22 18:30GRAEME SOUNESS: England are a dangerous team, who have been to a World Cup semi-final and a Euros final. They're here to win the tournament, not just entertain and go home empty-handed.
'Are these players supposed to be perfect?' Roy Keane leaps to Cristiano Ronaldo's defence as he clashes with Gary Neville AGAIN over claims the former Man United star is 'not accepting the fact he's part of a team' for Portugal at the World Cup
09/12/22 15:17Ronaldo has dominated headlines since being dropped for Portugal's last-16 tie against Switzerland, with reports claiming he threatened to leave Qatar after discovering Fernando Santos' team selection.
Page
Stars of sport
-
Andre Onana is mobbed by hundreds of Ugandan fans as Man United goalkeeper leaves stadium separate from Cameroon team after stalemate with Zimbabwe
-
Barcelona and Spain wonderkid Lamine Yamal says Premier League star is the one player he would love to play alongside
-
Matthijs de Ligt is taken off at half-time after 'unacceptable' mistake in Netherlands' draw with Germany as Man United defender's international break goes from bad to worse
-
Alice Campello is involved in awkward photo gaffe after her split from long-term partner Alvaro Morata - as fans spot how she is cutting the Spain captain out of her life
-
EXCLUSIVEDouglas Costa reveals the real reason he joined OnlyFans and what content he intends to make - and explains why ex-team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo could join him on the platform
more stars of sport
-
Kevin De Bruyne spotted with his wife looking glum after he vowed to 'quit' Belgium - but Man City star refused to answer questions on outburst
-
Finland star with a bizarre fish-themed Wayne Rooney tattoo - which he admits isn't very good - set to make his Wembley debut against England
-
Kicking it up a notch! Tyson Fury copies Oleksandr Usyk with unconventional training methods as Gypsy King takes part in karate session ahead of Saudi Arabian rematch
-
Simone Biles returns to gymnastics practice as Olympics hero gears up for arena tour
-
Virgil van Dijk delivers major update on his Liverpool future - with Reds captain into the final year of his contract at Anfield
-
Revealed: Lionel Messi receives his LOWEST rating in 16 years for EA Sports FC 25 with Virgil van Dijk, Martin Odegaard and Harry Kane all ranked above all-time great
-
Spurs flop Tanguy Ndombele hits out at his critics after he was excluded at Galatasaray for being '6kg overweight and eating a diet of hamburgers'
-
Brazilian giants 'reject chance to sign ex-Man United star Anthony Martial over his UNWORKABLE demands', with star still looking for a new club
-
YouTube prankster Jarvo releases new footage of pitch invasion that saw him line up alongside England stars for the national anthem
-
Netherlands camp is rocked by row between Wout Weghorst and Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber - as Ronald Koeman has to separate the pair
-
Cristiano Ronaldo comes off the bench to score 88th-minute winner for Portugal against Scotland as he nets 901st goal of his career
-
Harry Kane salutes 'inspirational' Cristiano Ronaldo and insists he has no plans to slow down before becoming the TENTH man to earn 100 England caps
-
Erik ten Hag gets back to winning ways one week after Man United's brutal loss to rivals Liverpool... as under-fire boss returns to old club for testimonial
-
Klopp describes his return to Dortmund as a 'dream come true' after coaching legends team as former Liverpool boss opens up on his life outside of football
-
After anthem furore, admissions of self-doubt and a confident win... this weekend taught Lee Carsley what it REALLY means to manage England
-
The 'real reason' Leny Yoro decided to REJECT Real Madrid and join Man United - before being struck by horror injury
-
The era of Alexander-Arnold is here: Liverpool star finally has an England manager who will give him the platform for international success, writes SAMI MOKBEL
-
Six-time Paralympic champion David Weir retires from Team GB as the 45-year-old admits 'it's an age thing' - but still plans to compete internationally
-
Emma Raducanu looks glum as she tries to go under the radar during a stroll in London - two weeks after the British star's tearful US Open exit
-
Jack Draper should be proud despite US Open semi-final loss... he showed his true colours but the hard work starts now, writes DAN EVANS
-
Lee Carsley awkwardly takes a seat in the wrong dugout in first blunder as England interim manager ahead of Nations League clash with Republic of Ireland
-
Declan Rice REFUSES to celebrate scoring England's opener in Dublin after former Republic of Ireland midfielder nets from close range
-
The incredible statistic where Aryna Sabalenka has outperformed most men at the US Open - including Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic
-
Watch the moment Wayne Rooney rolls back the years with stunning curling free kick against Celtic at Old Trafford in legends game
-
Colombian athlete who had his teeth modified to resemble FANGS wins shot put gold in Paris... as he insists that 'Paralympic sport' has to be a show
-
Man City midfielder Rodri reveals Diego Simeone taught him to 'play like a B******' and 'make opponents miserable' during his time at Atletico Madrid
-
Emma Hayes reveals what she would have done after leaving Chelsea if she was paid like Jurgen Klopp - as she highlights gender discrepancy in game
-
Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori suffers FREAK injury while playing for Italy with £42m man forced off against France - handing Arteta a scare
-
Charles Leclerc CRASHES his £314,000 Ferrari in Monaco as viral video shows F1 ace driving into another car while cruising around his home nation
-
Jack Draper VOMITS on court after battling hard in his second set against world No 1 Jannik Sinner in US Open semi-final
Struggling mid-match
-
EXCLUSIVE'It means everything!': How San Marino achieved their 'once-in-a-lifetime joy' of a first competitive win - and why it's just the beginning
-
Jack Draper sheds light on unusual pre-match ritual ahead of US Open semi-final against world number one Jannik Sinner
Relying on routine
-
Breaking down Cristiano Ronaldo's 900 goals: Six teams, countless records and some iconic strikes along the way
Landmark achievement
-
Aston Villa 'DOUBLE price of disabled parking space tickets in latest financial blow to fans' - after supporters' club disputed European ticket prices
-
Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher clash in heated Man United manager debate - as former Red Devils man defends Erik ten Hag AGAIN
-
'Big up?': Steve McClaren learns Jamaican patois during training session - with less embarrassing results than his Dutch accent
-
Emiliano Martinez performs crude World Cup celebration AGAIN - as goalkeeper uses replica Copa America trophy to recreate Golden Glove gesture
-
Marc Cucurella reveals a Chelsea team-mate attempted to clear the air between him and Erling Haaland after Spaniard's Euro 2024 chant
-
Fans claim Cristiano Ronaldo is the 'best to ever do it' after the Portugal star became first player in football history to score 900 GOALS
-
Vince McMahon documentary trailer drops to unveil it WILL address sex trafficking claims among other WWE scandals
Anticipated viewing
-
Conor McGregor lays out bizarre Ireland Presidency plans as the UFC star insists he 'is the only logical choice' despite having no political experience
-
Heimir Hallgrimsson is the dentist who dumped England out of Euro 2016 with Iceland - now, he's looking for another Three Lions upset as Ireland boss
-
Inside Jack Draper's friendship with Jannik Sinner: From doubles partners to emotional text messages as pair prepare for US Open semi-final showdown
-
Jack Draper hilariously mocked for bizarre reason at US Open after racing into the semi-finals without dropping a set
Brit wonderkid
-
Snooker star punished with never-seen-before foul in Saudi Arabia Masters defeat against Stuart Bingham as he crashes out in decider
-
Olympic pole vault champion Armand Duplantis and 400m hurdler Karsten Warholm go head-to-head in a brilliant 100m sprint exhibition
-
Paralympic sprinter proposes to his girlfriend following 100m race in Paris, after his first wife was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident
-
Victor Osimhen is 25, prolific in Serie A for Napoli and desperate for a Premier League move with Chelsea admirers... so why has he ended up in Turkey?
-
Dani Carvajal breaks his silence on the furore around Spain players chanting 'Gibraltar is Spanish' following their Euro 2024 win over England
-
Ralf Schumacher's heartbroken ex-wife says she will KEEP his famous surname in spite of him, despite it causing her 'pain' after she 'wasted' years
-
Chelsea fans are left in awe as Jadon Sancho trains with Blues for the first time since move from Man United
Forward also seen taking Maresca advice
-
Cristiano Ronaldo hilariously imitates iconic Lionel Messi line directed at former Man United star following Argentina's ill-tempered 2022 World Cup win
-
Meet the armless Paralympics archer, 17, who went viral after taking the perfect bullseye using just her feet
Incredible dexterity
-
Fans joke that Federico Chiesa 'noticed the leaking roof 'at Old Trafford as clip emerges of new Liverpool signing
Taking in the sights
-
England squad pictured in good spirits ahead of new boss Lee Carsley's first match against Ireland
Back 49 days after Euros final heartbreak
-
Revealed: Spain captain Alvaro Morata's divorce from wife Alice 'was caused by an argument ON THE PITCH after beating England in final'
-
Ivan Toney cuts hilariously awkward figure as Al Ahli fans debut new chant for £40m England star after Brentford departure
Latest Saudi signing
-
Olympic marathon runner who was set on fire is fighting for her life: Father speaks from hospital to reveal she had split from ex-boyfriend 'attacker'
-
Tennis stars' most shocking moments with ball kids including Tim Henman's Wimbledon default and Novak Djokovic putting one on the verge of tears
-
Amadou Onana arrives for Belgium duty in shirt reading 'Andre is not even my name mate' following awkward viral moment with reporter
-
Napoli exile Victor Osimhen is mobbed by fans as he lands in Turkey to complete loan move to Galatasaray - after talks over switch to Chelsea collapsed
-
Luis Suarez fights back tears as he confirms his retirement from international football ahead of final Uruguay match on Friday
-
Nick Kyrgios openly offers to coach Coco Gauff amid calls for her to fire Brad Gilbert following US Open defeat
-
Ronaldo reveals when he plans to retire from international football as 39-year-old Portugal star hints it 'won't be a difficult decision' when the time comes
-
United icon urges Marcus Rashford to LEAVE Old Trafford if he has any hopes of saving his career... as he describes the England star's downfall as 'sad'
-
Micah Richards slams Declan Rice's sending off as 'one of the WORST decisions' as he fumes the Arsenal star shouldn't have been punished in Brighton draw
-
Arne Slot is shining as Jurgen Klopp's successor at Liverpool, Man United's cracks continue to show, and which surprise package could push for Europe? FIVE THINGS we have learned so far
-
Trent Alexander-Arnold taunts Man United fans with mocking gesture after Liverpool's huge 3-0 win at Old Trafford
Happy England star
-
Pitch-side microphone reveal former Arsenal man Danny Welbeck's sneaky unseen role in Declan Rice being sent off against Brighton
-
Casemiro's wife hits back at critics of the Man United star with defiant Instagram post after her husband was hauled off at half-time in Liverpool defeat
-
Luke Littler breaks down in tears as he reveals tragic loss of family friend in emotional post-match interview after devastating defeat
-
Chelsea unveil Jadon Sancho at Stamford Bridge moments before Sunday's clash with Crystal Palace... after ex-Man United star seals Old Trafford exit
-
Newcastle's Premier League clash against Tottenham DELAYED in the first half as linesman suffers 'random' injury and is replaced
-
Sol Bamba's wife, Chloe, delivers heartbreaking statement on her husband's 'unfair fight' after ex-Cardiff and Leeds defender dies aged 39
-
Danny Simpson keeps his Premier League medal after the ex-Leicester football star's first Misfits Boxing fight ends in a split draw
-
Jamie Carragher left in hysterics at Old Trafford with ex-Liverpool man delighting in Gary Neville's ultimate commentator's curse
-
Get your elbows out! McLaren boss Zak Brown reveals the secret recipe Lando Norris must follow if he is to snatch title glory from Max Verstappen
-
Mikel Arteta reveals he was 'amazed' Declan Rice was sent off in Arsenal's draw with Brighton - but Fabian Hurzeler insists it was a'clear red'
-
Serial prankster waves sex toy in face of Sky reporter on live deadline day coverage, forcing broadcast to halt and journalist to move location
-
Unai Emery slams England for sending Morgan Rogers to the 'second team' after he was left out of senior squad and called up to the Under 21s
-
Gary Lineker provides update on his Match of the Day future after Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC over inappropriate behaviour allegations
-
Southampton announce the £25m signing of Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal, as the goalkeeper dresses up as Hagrid for his unveiling
-
England fans laud Three Lions interim boss Lee Carsley for picking younger stars in his first squad - as they call on the FA to 'give him the permanent job'
-
Kieran Trippier retires from England duty just hours before Lee Carsley names his first squad... leaving new interim boss with huge defensive dilemma
-
Liverpool sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus in bargain deal worth up to £12.5m after Italy winger turned down more lucrative offers from elsewhere
-
Patrice Evra admits he regrets 'crazy' video where he kisses, spanks and bites a RAW CHICKEN... as he explains bizarre social media post
-
Arsenal confirm £33m signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad - with the Spain international joining Mikel Arteta's side on a long-term deal
-
EXCLUSIVEOasis will NOT play at Man City's Etihad Stadium next summer because of the ground's ongoing expansion
Another venue instead
-
Revealed: Sven-Goran Eriksson's ultimate world XI which contains Kasper Schmeichel and a Ballon d'Or winner out of position
-
Liverpool unveil third kit for the 2024-25 season - with Reds set to wear the strip for the first time at Old Trafford in huge clash with rivals Man United
-
Lando Norris 'SPLITS from model girlfriend' Margarida Corceiro with the British F1 superstar now 'free and single' as he chases world title
-
Sven-Goran Eriksson hailed as 'the master of football' and a 'gentleman' by the European papers - as they pay tribute to the former England boss
-
'Private jet scheduled for Jadon Sancho to fly to Italy amid Juventus interest' but Serie A side only want a loan move for the Manchester United winger
-
England legends Gary Lineker and Gary Neville lead tributes to former Three Lions manager Sven-Goran Eriksson following his death aged 76 after cancer battle
-
Former Chelsea star John Obi Mikel responds after Blues striker Nicolas Jackson hit back at him for criticism following his goal against Wolves
-
Premier League Darts champion Luke Littler is beaten by eight-year-old prodigy plucked from the crowd at an exhibition event
Noah shone bright
-
Liverpool fans fear Trent Alexander-Arnold has ALREADY fallen out with Arne Slot - as defender seems to sulk after being subbed amid links to Real Madrid
-
Raging fans shout 'F*** OFF' at Everton players as they board their train home after dismal 4-0 defeat at Tottenham... as Neal Maupay hits back
-
Noni Madueke has the last laugh with Wolves fans after being booed following his 'Everything about this place is S***' social media post
-
Alan Shearer slams 'awful decision' as VAR rule out stoppage time Bournemouth winner against Newcastle after controversial Dango Outtara handball
-
Fans baffled as Floyd Mayweather seems to fire referee mid-fight in John Gotti III rematch
Mayweather had the referee ejected after the second round
-
Paddy Power pay out on Everton to be RELEGATED just two games into the Premier League season - after Sean Dyche's side lose heavily again
-
Chelsea winger Noni Madueke calls Wolverhampton 's***' on official Instagram page, before deleting and admitting he meant to post on private account
-
Fans call West Ham's Tomas Soucek a 'hero' for intervening to help a Crystal Palace ball boy in danger after an LED screen collapses at Selhurst Park
-
Logan Sargeant survives HORROR crash at Dutch Grand Prix as Williams driver is forced to jump out of his burning car after it burst into flames
-
Munching on together! Leeds fan hilariously struggles to salvage his pie during wild celebrations for Dan James' second goal
-
EXCLUSIVEShelton, 21, has the fastest serve in HISTORY and will be the face of American tennis for a decade
But he dreamed of a very different career
-
Rodgers' bitter family feud takes huge new twist with New York Jets crowd revelation
It was revealed previously that they hadn't spoken for 10 years
-
Gary Neville blasts Chelsea's 'ugly and plain wrong' approach of throwing players on the scrapheap as he insists the owners look TERRIBLE, not tough
-
Jermaine Jenas admits sending inappropriate texts to women at BBC and says he has 'let myself down' as reveals his marriage is on the rocks
-
Utah Jazz rookie Filipowski's mom opens up about estranged son, 20, and relationship with the 27-year-old woman accused of grooming him
-
Backlash as artwork immortalizing Australian break dancer Raygun appears in the California desert
'She doesn't deserve recognition'
-
Jake Paul reveals fight purse ahead of Tyson bout... but fans don't believe he's telling the truth over astronomical earnings
Quite the cash claim
-
Atletico Madrid fans vandalise Joao Felix's plaque with litter at Metropolitano Stadium following the club-record signing's cut-price move to Chelsea
-
Ilkay Gundogan lands in Manchester and meets Pep Guardiola at the City boss's restaurant as veteran club legend gets set to rejoin in free transfer
-
Atletico Madrid CONFIRM £34m signing of Conor Gallagher from Chelsea - with a bizarre 'pitbull' graphic - as Joao Felix heads the other way for £42.7m
-
Revealed: The bizarre reason new Chelsea signing Tosin Adarabioyo was initially left OUT of Blues' Europa Conference League squad
-
Sven-Goran Eriksson gives poignant goodbye message as the terminally ill ex-England boss reveals how he wants Three Lions fans to remember him
-
Conor Gallagher lands in Madrid for a second time this month as he finally looks to complete £35.8m move to Atletico with transfer saga nearing an end
-
Boxing icon Oscar De La Hoya posts bizarre 'sexual boogie' video, wearing a thong with his girlfriend, before it is REMOVED by Instagram after complaints
-
'Still time to delete it': Joao Felix and Lamine Yamal troll Barcelona and Spain star after he goes public online with his new model influencer girlfriend
-
First transgender Paralympian, 50, breaks silence on criticism of her competing at Paris 2024 - and claims she will be a 'role model' at the Games
-
Ralf Schumacher's ex-mother-in-law, 70, wades into 'lying' row with his ex-wife and says former F1 driver told her 'I'm definitely NOT gay'
-
Jamie Carragher spots tactic he's 'never seen before' while analysing Arne Slot's new-look Liverpool... and it leaves co-pundit Gary Neville baffled
-
Ex-Man United starlet Angel Gomes breaks silence after horror collision in Lille match saw him hospitalised with serious head injury
-
EXCLUSIVEHow Erling Haaland got deadlier than ever by DJing in Marbella, feasting on potato dumplings and zoning out on a superyacht
-
Ralf Schumacher calls his ex-wife a LIAR and leaks her WhatsApp chats after she claimed she 'wasted her best years' on Michael's former F1 star brother
-
Never change, Jamie Vardy! Leicester striker trolls Tottenham fans for the club's lack of a Premier League title - before an X-rated spat with Cristian Romero
-
Leicester pay heartwarming tribute to Craig Shakespeare ahead of Premier League return following former manager's death aged 60
-
Meet the new WAGs of the Premier League: A Dutch model already welcomed by Old Trafford and a Beauty Pageant queen winner in Brighton
-
Erling Haaland makes Marc Cucurella eat his words as the Man City star brushes off the Euro 2024 winner to score against Chelsea in Premier League
-
Pep Guardiola reveals why he was surprised after Man City won 2-0 at Chelsea - as he describes the result as a 'big step' for his team
-
Aussie UFC 305 star Casey O'Neill impersonates Olympic breakdancer Raygun as she wins fight in the Octagon before showing off her moves
-
Mikel Arteta's patience is paying off after Kai Havertz and David Raya played pivotal roles for Arsenal in season-opening win over Wolves
