Cristiano Ronaldo could lose ground in 'GOAT' debate following disappointing 1-1 opening World Cup draw

Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo, aged 41, played the full 90 minutes without scoring, while Joao Neves had given Portugal the lead and Yoane Wissa equalized. Ronaldo's rivals Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé impressed with a hat-trick and a brace respectively, strengthening their case in the GOAT debate.