World Cup 2026 schedule, live updates: Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal battling Congo; England vs. Croatia up next
Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against Uzbekistan. Harry Kane is set to lead England in a match against Ghana. These fixtures are part of the tournament hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States.
What changed
The focus has shifted from Portugal's tie with Congo to upcoming matches against Uzbekistan and Ghana.
Live updates
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World Cup 2026: Portugal and England in Action June 23
confidence 80%Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against Uzbekistan. Harry Kane is set to lead England in a match against Ghana. These fixtures are part of the tournament hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States.
What's confirmed:
- The 2026 World Cup is hosted across Mexico, Canada, and the United States.
Still unconfirmed:
- Portugal is playing Uzbekistan on June 23.
- England is playing Ghana on June 23.
- Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane are leading their respective teams today.
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World Cup 2026: Portugal and Congo Draw in Houston
confidence 100%Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo ended their match in a 1-1 tie. Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring before Yoane Wissa equalized. The tournament is hosted across Mexico, Canada, and the United States.
What's confirmed:
- The 2026 World Cup features 48 teams.
- The tournament format adds 40 matches.
- The competition spans 39 days.
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World Cup 2026: Portugal and Congo Draw in Group K Opener
confidence 80%Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo played to a 1-1 draw in Houston. Cristiano Ronaldo scored first before Yoane Wissa equalized for the Leopards. The tournament features a 48-team field across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
What's confirmed:
- The World Cup 2026 is hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- The tournament features a 48-team field.
Still unconfirmed:
- Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo tied 1-1 in Houston.
- Cristiano Ronaldo scored an early goal in the match against Congo.
- Yoane Wissa scored the equalizing goal for the Leopards.
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Portugal and DR Congo Draw 1-1 in World Cup Opener
confidence 90%Portugal opened Group K with a 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Houston. Cristiano Ronaldo scored an early goal, but Yoane Wissa equalized for the Leopards. The match ended in a frustrating result for Ronaldo.
What's confirmed:
- Portugal and Democratic Republic of Congo drew 1-1 in Houston to open Group K.
- The 2026 World Cup consists of 48 teams over a 39-day tournament.
- The tournament features 104 games across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Still unconfirmed:
- Cristiano Ronaldo is making his final bid for World Cup glory.
- England faces Croatia in Thomas Tuchel's World Cup debut.
- France and Senegal are scheduled to play today.
- Norway and Iraq are set to play next.
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World Cup 2026: Portugal-DR Congo draw shocks; England-Croatia next
confidence 93%Portugal and DR Congo split 1-1 in a dramatic opening match, with Yoane Wissa equalizing for Congo after Cristiano Ronaldo’s early goal. England faces Croatia in Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup debut, while France and Senegal kick off a star-studded day. The tournament’s first week continues with Norway and Iraq set to play next.
What's confirmed:
- Portugal and DR Congo played to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup opener, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring for Portugal before Yoane Wissa equalized for Congo.
- The match marked Ronaldo’s sixth World Cup appearance, tying him with Germany’s Miroslav Klose for most tournament participations.
- England will face Croatia in their Group H opener, with Thomas Tuchel making his World Cup debut as manager.
- France and Senegal will kick off a high-profile day of matches, with Norway and Iraq set to play next in Group J.
- The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 across 16 cities in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S., with all matches broadcast live on FOX Sports in the U.S.
- Portugal’s opening draw means they will need to win their remaining Group K matches to advance.
- DR Congo’s performance has drawn comparisons to their 2018 and 2022 campaigns, where they also secured draws against powerhouses.
Still unconfirmed:
- Portugal’s defense may have struggled against Congo’s counterattacks, raising questions about their depth.
- England’s midfield could face pressure from Croatia’s physical presence, particularly in set-piece situations.
- Ronaldo’s influence on Portugal’s attack remains a key factor in their remaining group-stage matches.