Why Ronaldo's last World Cup chance with Portugal could be his best

The nation with the most representatives in Paris Saint-Germain’s starting line-up for the 2026 Champions League final were Portugal, just as they had been when Luis Enrique’s team won in 2025. These are World Cup dark horses no more.

It is not just Vitinha, Joao Neves and Nuno Mendes. Roberto Martinez can call upon Bruno Fernandes, the Premier League player of the year, as well as the great Bernardo Silva. Up front Portugal will once again be captained by Cristiano Ronaldo.