The Irish Times

Japan, Saudi Arabia seal World Cup spots with Australia facing playoffs

Two late goals from substitute Kaoru Mitoma clinch crucial victory in Sydney

Thu Mar 24 2022 - 18:11

Ronaldo still the star turn as Portugal bid for Qatar

Seleção have had an average World Cup record since Eusébio-inspired journey of 1966

Wed Nov 10 2021 - 06:00

Cristiano Ronaldo shows naked desire that keeps him at the top

It went unnoticed in some quarters that he was Serie A’s top scorer in 2020-21

Wed Jun 16 2021 - 08:58

Portugal name teenage sensation Renato Sanches in Euro squad

Bayern Munich’s new signing included by coach Fernando Santos

Wed May 18 2016 - 15:24

Euro Moments: Abel Xavier loses the plot as Zinedine Zidane sinks Portugal

Peroxide-blonde defender gives away penalty in extra time of Euro 2000 semi against France

Mon May 02 2016 - 13:30

Ghana’s cash worries solved ahead of crunch tie with Portugal

Coach Appiah admits aircraft carrying money on the way ahead of game Black Stars need to win

Thu Jun 26 2014 - 04:00

Varela’s late strike breaks American hearts in Manaus

Klinsmann’s side looked set for qualification from Group G before late goal

Mon Jun 23 2014 - 01:36

Müller grabs hat-trick as Germany thrash Portugal

It’s easy for the Germans in Salvador after Pepé departs early, writes Emmet Malone in Salvador

Tue Jun 17 2014 - 01:40

‘Nothing much’ between Germany and Portugal – except the goals

No doubting Thomas after Müller’s three-goal display

Tue Jun 17 2014 - 01:00

Relief for Portugal as Ronaldo comes through unscathed

Real Madrid star makes return from injury in 5-1 win over Republic of Ireland

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 12:45

Hoolahan’s sparkling hour cannot offset Ireland’s stern test

Portugal 5 Rep of Ireland 1: Pre-World Cup friendly speaks of Portuguese superiority

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 07:02

Brazil-bound Portugal expose tired Ireland in New Jersey

Martin O’Neill’s side ship five goals in season finale

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 03:24

All eyes on Ronaldo as Ireland prepare to face Portugal in Meadowlands

50,000 locals are expected to show up for what promises to be a lively encounter

Tue Jun 10 2014 - 01:00

Ronaldo may not be fit to face Germany

Portugal star looks certain to miss friendly game against Ireland in New Jersey on Tuesday

Wed Jun 04 2014 - 18:55

Portugal - Team Profile

Surprisingly enough, this will only be Portugal’s sixth World Cup finals

Wed Jun 04 2014 - 13:11

Portugal lack cutting edge without Ronaldo

Portugal forward sits out last night’s friendly with Greece due to thigh strain

Sun Jun 01 2014 - 17:00

Portugal to rest Ronaldo for Greece friendly

Real Madrid attacker’s team-mate Pepé also given Saturday evening off after late arrival

Fri May 30 2014 - 16:34

Cristiano Ronaldo stoops to conquer Sweden

Real Madrid man’s header gives Portugal the edge on a nervous night

Fri Nov 15 2013 - 23:45

Ronaldo’s late header gives Portugal slim advantage over Sweden

Real Madrid star scores 28th goal of the season in Lisbon first leg

Fri Nov 15 2013 - 22:25