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'Ego holding Portugal hostage': Zlatan launches brutal attack on Ronaldo

Portugal's dramatic World Cup win over Croatia has sparked debate about Cristiano Ronaldo's starting role. Zlatan Ibrahi

Divya Rao
Divya Rao
News Reporter · Sun, 05 July 2026 at 07:45 am
'Ego holding Portugal hostage': Zlatan launches brutal attack on Ronaldo

Portugal's dramatic World Cup win over Croatia has sparked debate about Cristiano Ronaldo's starting role. Zlatan Ibrahimovic controversially stated that Portugal cannot win the 2026 World Cup with a 41-year-old Ronaldo leading the attack, suggesting his legendary status is overshadowing current form. Despite Ronaldo scoring, Gonçalo Ramos' late winner highlighted the team's potential, leaving many questioning the veteran's continued prominence.

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