Goa, June 19 -- Manchester United legend and former Denmark goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel has strongly criticised Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez following the team's disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match.

Calling Martinez "one of the most disappointing coaches" of the tournament so far, Schmeichel argued that Portugal possess one of the strongest squads in the competition but are failing to perform anywhere near their full potential.

Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo in his historic sixth FIFA World Cup appearance, were held by underdogs DR Congo after Yoane Wissa cancelled out an early goal from Joao Neves. Ronaldo endured a quiet game in attack, while Bernardo Silva also st...