India, June 18 -- Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez dismissed mounting questions about Cristiano Ronaldo's role following a frustrating opening match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Martinez defended his tactical decision to keep the team captain on the pitch for the full 90 minutes during Wednesday's unexpected 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of the Congo at the NRG Stadium in Houston.

Why Did Roberto Martinez Keep Cristiano Ronaldo on the Pitch for 90 Minutes?

The decision to keep the 41-year-old forward on the field for the entire duration of the match raised questions among fans and media, especially after Ronaldo failed to record a single shot on target. However, Martinez remained steadfast in his tactical approach, explain...