Texas, June 16 -- Portugal captain and star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has shared a message ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against DR Congo, expressing pride, responsibility and determination as he prepares to lead the team onto the global stage once again.

In an X post, Ronaldo reflected on the significance of representing Portugal, saying that every time the team wears the national jersey, it carries the same pride and passion as on the first day.

"Every time we wear this jersey, we feel the same pride, the same passion, and the same sense of responsibility as on the first day. Tomorrow begins a new chapter. We worked hard to reach this moment, and now it's time to give everything for our Country, and for all the Por...