Cristiano Ronaldo

Bruno Fernandes is having to be an understudy to Cristiano Ronaldo at Euro 2024 (Image: Getty)Cristiano Ronaldo's domineering presence in the Portugal squad is in danger of overshadowing the likes of Bruno Fernandes. Ronaldo's domination of set-pieces at Euro 2024 is becoming an issue due to the captain's habit of firing them into the crowd.Despite being a dead-ball expert, Fernandes has been reduced to a spectator role while Ronaldo, who missed a crucial penalty against Slovenia before redeeming himself in the shootout, continues to command the spotlight. With Portugal gearing up for a tantalising quarter-final clash against France, the debate is intensifying over whether Ronaldo's star power is eclipsing the team's collective brilliance.Pundits Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richa...

Micah Richards thought he had broken the golden rule of broadcasting on the BBC (Image: BBC)Gary lineker had to reassure Micah Richards that he wouldn’t receive a scolding from the BBC after fearing he was close to breaking 'broadcasting's golden rule'. Richards almost name-dropped another broadcaster on BBC One while covering a Euro 2024 fixture on Monday night.The former Manchester City defender appeared as a pundit alongside Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Jose Fonte for Portugal’s last-16 penalty shootout win over Slovenia. But when analysing Portugal’s dismal performance at half-time, he mentioned that he was well-acquainted with their manager Roberto Martinez and his tactical knowledge.That sparked confusion as Lineker couldn't recall when Richards had been coached by Martinez, leading to...

Ion Tiriac at this year's French Open (Image: Getty)A Wimbledon star who the majority of sports fans won’t have heard of is a billionaire worth more than Cristiano Ronaldo. Former Romanian tennis player Ion Tiriac has amassed colossal wealth since retiring from the sport back in 1979.The sporting all-rounder had a modest tennis career, which saw him go no further than the fourth round at Wimbledon. His best performance in a Grand Slam was at the 1968 French Open, where he reached the last eight. Tiriac tasted glory in doubles though, winning the Roland Garros title in 1970.He also played for his country in three Davis Cup finals. Away from tennis, Tiriac was an accomplished ice hockey player, representing his country at the 1964 Winter Olympics in Tokyo. function loadOvpScript(){let el=doc...

Cristiano Ronaldo has never matched Eric Dier's accomplishment of scoring a Euros free-kick (Image: Getty)There have been 24 free-kicks scored in the history of the European Championship, and not one of them was dispatched by Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese earned a reputation as a set-piece expert earlier in his career but his poor conversion rate in recent years has sparked widespread criticism.Ronaldo's accuracy was called into question again on Monday when he took three free-kicks during Portugal's Euro 2024 win over Slovenia. One of them was smashed straight at goalkeeper Jan Oblak, while the other two were sent wildly off-target.All told, Ronaldo has taken 33 free-kicks at European Championships past and present without ever finding the net. Making things worse for the Portugal vet...

Cristiano Ronaldo has explained why he cried after his penalty miss vs Slovenia. (Image: Getty)Cristiano Ronaldo has explained that his desire to make his supporters, friends and family proud was the reason he burst into tears during Portugal's dramatic Euro 2024 win against Slovenia last night. The Portugal captain was inconsolable after missing an extra-time penalty as Slovenia forced a shoot-out in Frankfurt.It looked as though Ronaldo was overcome by emotion due to the fact it may have been his final European Championships match near the end of his illustrious career.But the 39-year-old has cited another reason while also aiming a subtle dig at Slovenia for how they approached their last-16 clash.Ronaldo has recorded 20 shots at Euro 2024 so far, more than any other player, and is y...

Cristiano Ronaldo despairs after his penalty miss. (Image: Getty)Piers Morgan has again gone into battle for Cristiano Ronaldo after the BBC appeared to mock the Portuguese icon for his penalty miss against Slovakia. Despite his country eventually winning through on spot kicks, it proved a nightmare occasion for international football’s record goalscorer, missing a host of chances before being denied from 12 yards by Jan Oblak in extra time.The 39-year-old duly burst into tears following his miss, with the scenes duly going viral on social media.He did beat Oblak at he second attempt during the shootout, but despite his side going through to a quarter-final with France, it was Ronaldo’s display and subsequent antics that has since dominated the post-match talk. function loadOvpScript(){let...

Cristiano Ronaldo refused to step down from free-kick duties against Slovenia (Image: GETTY)Portugal may have been affected by an unwritten rule concerning Cristiano Ronaldo during their victory over Slovenia to reach the quarter-finals of Euro 2024. Roberto Martinez's side were taken to penalties after failing to score in 120 minutes, with Ronaldo wasting multiple chances to find the back of the net.The five-time Ballon d'Or winner failed to get on the end of around five teasing crosses, with his Portugal team-mates doing their best to get him a goal. He went on to miss several free-kicks, including one which he blazed wide from an angle more suited to crossing, as well as a penalty in extra time.Ronaldo refused to step down from free-kick duty in spite of the fact he has only scored one ...

Cristiano Ronaldo burst into tears after missing a penalty for Portugal (Image: Getty)Former England and Chelsea captain John Terry has slammed the BBC for the coverage of Cristiano Ronaldo's penalty miss, labelling it a "disgrace".During the electrifying Euro 2024 round of 16 tie, Ronaldo saw his critical spot-kick parried away by Slovenia's goalkeeper Jan Oblak at the end of the first half in extra-time. The usually steely Portuguese icon was left inconsolable before he regained composure to slot home during his country's penalty shootout win.But afterwards, the BBC's choice of words sparked controversy, with a 'Misstiano Penaldo' graphic shown at the bottom of the screen during their post-match analysis of Ronaldo. window.topArticlesScript="https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/js/dist/artic...

Roberto Roberto Martinez knows how Cristiano Ronaldo will react to his penalty miss (Image: PA)Cristiano Ronaldo will be the first to hold his hands up after his emotional display against Slovenia if Roberto Martinez's previous comments are anything to go by. The 39-year-old Portuguese star was reduced to tears after failing to convert a crucial penalty during extra time in Monday's last-16 clash, after which his team-mates were seen comforting him.However, his blushes were spared when his team triumphed in the subsequent penalty shootout, with goalkeeper Diogo Costa saving all three Slovenian attempts. After successfully scoring the first penalty for his team, Ronaldo made an apologetic gesture towards the fans, and judging by comments Portugal boss Martinez made to Rio Ferdinand last mon...

Jude Bellingham produced a moment of magic to salvage England's Euro 2024 hopes (Image: 2024 Jurgen Fromme - firo sportphoto)A football finance guru claims that Jude Bellingham and girlfriend Laura Celia Valk could be football's equivalent to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. The Real Madrid star was key in salvaging England's hopes at Euro 2024 as he his stunning last-gasp overhead kick brought the Three Lions level against Slovakia on Sunday, before Harry Kane scored the winner in extra time.Despite his impressive feats of winning both La Liga and the Champions League in his maiden season at Bernabeu, Bellingham's stock is on the rise. While numerous football stars are known primarily for their on-field actions, Dr. Rob Wilson suggests Bellingham could find even greater fame outside the pit...