- Portugal coach Roberto Martínez wouldn’t say if Cristiano Ronaldo will start vs Uzbekistan after Ronaldo’s quiet 1-1 opener against DR Congo.
- Martínez defended the team and Ronaldo amid criticism, saying the squad is united and focused; Ronaldo posted upbeat messages on social media.
- Ronaldo can still make history by becoming the first player to score in six World Cups, and Uzbekistan say they’ll mark him tightly.
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