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Ronaldo Sent Off As Portugal Fall Behind In Dublin Qualifier

Ronaldo Sent Off As Portugal Fall Behind In Dublin Qualifier

Cristiano Ronaldo receives his first-ever Portugal red card as Ireland surge to a 2-0 lead in a tense World Cup qualifier in Dublin on Thursday night.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of steering Portugal to a crucial World Cup qualifying win collapsed dramatically on Thursday November 13, 2025, after he was sent off during a tense match against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin.

The incident unfolded just after the hour mark at the Aviva Stadium, with Portugal already pushing to recover from a two-goal deficit. Ireland’s Troy Parrott had stunned the visitors with a pair of well-taken goals, giving the home …

US Vows To Block Any Ban On Israel From 2026 FIFA World Cup

US Vows To Block Any Ban On Israel From 2026 FIFA World Cup

US has pledged to oppose any effort to exclude Israel from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as calls for sporting sanctions intensify amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

The 2026 tournament is set to be hosted jointly by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, marking the first World Cup to span three nations. Debate over Israel’s participation has surged following a United Nations commission report accusing the country of committing genocide against Palestinians. The report has prompted UN experts and international figures, including Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, to advocate for potential sanctions in sports arenas.

A US State Department …