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Thierry Henry calls out Cristiano Ronaldo after World Cup disappointment
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Portugal’s World Cup campaign began with a disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo, with Cristiano Ronaldo playing the full match but failing to score or register a shot on target.
- Fox Sports analyst Thierry Henry criticized Ronaldo’s movement during a key moment in the second half, suggesting the striker’s positioning blocked teammate Bruno Fernandes and reduced scoring opportunities.
- Despite being the highest international goal scorer in men’s football, Ronaldo’s continued selection is debated, as Portugal boasts a strong midfield including Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, and Vitinha.
- Ronaldo has struggled to find the net in recent major tournaments, with no goals in five starts at Euro 2024 and just one goal in five appearances at the 2022 World Cup.
- Portugal’s next match against Uzbekistan will likely determine whether Ronaldo retains his starting position amid comparisons to Lionel Messi’s impressive World Cup start.
