Ronaldo in Portugal's starting XI for World Cup opener

Portugal are set to begin their 2026 World Cup campaign today in Houston against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Group K. The match will kick off at 11:00 pm Bangladesh time.

Captain Cristiano Ronaldo will lead the attack for Portugal in their opening match. The experienced forward is at the heart of the starting line-up.

The midfield features stars like Vitinha, Ruben Neves, Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva. The defence will be marshalled by João Cancelo, Tomás Araújo, Renato Veiga and Nuno Mendes.

Portugal's starting XI:
Diogo Costa; João Cancelo, Tomás Araújo, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, Ruben Neves; Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Pedro Neto; Cristiano Ronaldo.