Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:08pm on 18 Jun 2026,Thursday Sports
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel has criticized both Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal coach Roberto Martinez following Portugal’s disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Schmeichel described the duo as the tournament’s biggest disappointments, questioning Portugal’s tactics and Ronaldo’s overall impact. While acknowledging Ronaldo's stature, the Danish legend argued that the team has failed to meet expectations under Martinez. The criticism comes as pressure mounts on Portugal to improve their performances and revive their World Cup campaign in upcoming matches. (PC: NDTV)
