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·13 November 2025

🚨 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Ronaldo and Portugal struggling in Ireland!

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This is the surprise of Thursday night!

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Following Hungary's victory over Armenia (1-0), Portugal was obliged to win its evening match against Ireland in order to officially qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

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This Thursday night, the objective was far from achieved for Roberto Martinez's men...

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Despite generally controlling the game, they lost 2-0 after conceding a brace from Troy Parott (17', 45').

Handicapped by the sending off of Cristiano Ronaldo (61'), the Seleçao will have to wait before securing their ticket to America.

They currently have only a two-point lead over Hungary ahead of the final matchday of these qualifiers, which will take place on Sunday.

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