India, June 12 -- Cristiano Ronaldo remains "optimistic" about Portugal's run at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Drafted in Group K, Portugal will meet DR Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia in the group stage, with their opening match scheduled for June 17. Ronaldo, who featured in the warm-up games for Portugal, hopes to win all group league matches at the World Cup, as he feels a dominant start would boost their confidence. However, fans are still doubtful whether Ronaldo would start for the Selecao or play as a substitute. The 41-year-old, playing his sixth World Cup, proved his fitness in the recent friendlies and will expect to have a role in playing eleven.

Cristiano Ronaldo Wants Portugal To Finish As Group Toppers

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