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A nation divided as Ronaldo left with big decision on Portugal future

BBC Sport looks at what could be the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's international career just days before the expected fanfare of Lionel Messi's Argentina goodbye.

October 5, 2026

Portugal boss says door open for Ronaldo return

Cristiano Ronaldo could still return for Portugal, according to boss Jorge Jesus.

October 4, 2026

Rubio to visit Iceland, Greece and Portugal next week - Reuters

Rubio to visit Iceland, Greece and Portugal next week Reuters

October 1, 2026

Ronaldo leaves Portugal camp amid reports of rift with coach Jesus - reuters.com

Ronaldo leaves Portugal camp amid reports of rift with coach Jesus reuters.com

September 30, 2026

Bellamy sure Wales belong as Haaland threat looms

Craig Bellamy expects Norway to be a force for years, but insists Wales have earned the right to be in Nations League A.

September 28, 2026

Bayern target Barcelona's Olmo - Sunday's gossip

Bayern Munich target Dani Olmo, Trent Alexander-Arnold is staying at Real Madrid, Premier League clubs show interest in Spurs' Micky van de Ven, plus more.

September 26, 2026

Bellamy support crucial after serious injury - Wales' Burns

Winger Wes Burns hopes to repay Craig Bellamy's support during a long-term injury by making an impact for Wales in the Nations League.

September 26, 2026

'Workhorse' Koumas growing with Wales

Liverpool forward Lewis Koumas earns praise from Wales boss Craig Bellamy and full-back Neco Williams following his efforts against Portugal.

September 25, 2026

Bellamy wants more from Wales after loss to Portugal

Craig Bellamy believes there is "more to come" from his Wales side in the Nations League following their opening-match loss in Lisbon.

September 24, 2026

Felix gives Portugal win over Wales in Nations League opener

Watch the best of the action as Portugal beat Wales 1-0 in Lisbon in the Nations League

September 24, 2026

When Bellamy watched on as Ronaldo caused lockdown

Craig Bellamy says Cristiano Ronaldo is "beyond a superstar" before his Wales side face the Portugal legend in the opening match of their Nations League A campaign.

September 23, 2026

Ronaldo spurred on by 1,000 goals and Portugal glory

Cristiano Ronaldo contemplated retirement after the World Cup but wants to reach 1,000 career goals and help a new-look Portugal thrive before hanging up his boots.

September 23, 2026

Contagious, confident - the rise of Lewis Koumas

Having made his mark in the early stages of the season at Liverpool, Lewis Koumas will aim to continue his good form with Wales in the Nations League.

September 23, 2026

Who would you pick for Wales against Portugal?

Craig Bellamy's side take on Portugal in Lisbon on Thursday, 24 September. Who would you pick for Wales opening Nations League A fixture?

September 21, 2026

Wilson, Darlow and Broadhead out of Wales squad

Wales suffer a triple blow before their Nations League A campaign with Harry Wilson, Nathan Broadhead and Karl Darlow all out of Craig Bellamy's squad.

September 21, 2026

Colwill's 'surreal' Ronaldo and Haaland ambition

In just 12 months, the Cardiff City midfielder has gone from League One football to the prospect of facing Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland.

September 20, 2026

Does Bellamy need to win back Wales fans?

After a "sleepless night", Wales boss Craig Bellamy decided to turn down the chance to manage Burnley - but has it affected what fans think of him?

September 16, 2026

Bellamy 'committed' to Wales after Burnley talks

Craig Bellamy says he was "comfortable" turning down the chance to return to club football and reiterated his desire to continue with Wales.

September 15, 2026

Where do PSG rank among Europe's greatest dynasties?

Paris St-Germain are eyeing a third successive Champions League crown, but where do they rank against Europe's most dominant clubs?

September 9, 2026

Fans praise Catherine Zeta-Jones for using her Welsh accent in new series

The Hollywood actress is starring in a new thriller series using her natural Swansea accent.

September 3, 2026

Brooks on fatherhood, Ronaldo and European nights

The new football season promises to be one of both little steps and giant steps for Bournemouth and Wales midfielder David Brooks.

August 20, 2026

Britain's Finlay Tarling dies in Volta a Portugal accident

British cyclist Finlay Tarling dies at the age of 19 in a serious accident during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal.

August 14, 2026

Bellamy link puts Wales in hard position - Blake

The collapse of Craig Bellamy's proposed move to Burnley has put Wales in a "hard position", according to former Wales striker Nathan Blake.

August 12, 2026

Destination unknown - A goalkeeper's 2000-mile van trip to find a new club

Goalkeeper Milo Beimers is undertaking a 2000-mile journey across Europe with one goal - to find a new club from the back of a transit van.

August 11, 2026

Parkinson withdraws from England Under-20 camp

Teenager Erica Meg Parkinson withdraws from England's training camp before the Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland next month.

August 10, 2026

Were signs always there that Vrancken's Hearts would come good?

Heart of Midlothian have at last secured their first win under new head coach Wouter Vrancken, but statistics suggested it was only a matter of time.

August 9, 2026

What are your favourite new kits for the coming season?

BBC Sport have rounded up some of the best new kits released by clubs around the world over the summer - vote for your top 10

August 9, 2026

Wales must learn from Bosnia loss in Euros bid - Rush

Ian Rush says reaching Euro 2028 is a must for Wales as they bid to put their 2026 World Cup qualifying heartbreak behind them.

August 9, 2026

Liverpool not pursuing Spence move - Friday's gossip

Liverpool have no intention of pursuing Djed Spence this summer, Juventus looking to secure Joshua Zirkzee on loan, Arsenal and Manchester United send scouts to watch Kaua Elias, plus more.

August 6, 2026

Forest close in on Ivory Coast defender Diomande

Nottingham Forest are close to completing a deal for Sporting Lisbon defender Ousmane Diomande.

July 29, 2026

Scottish quartet learn possible European opponents

Hearts, Rangers, Motherwell and Hibernian discover their pathways as the third qualifying round draws are made for the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League.

July 20, 2026

Could Infantino really push through a 64-team World Cup?

If we have learned one thing from Gianni Infantino's Fifa tenure, it is that more is better. That could mean 64 teams at the World Cup.

July 20, 2026

Villa sign Wolves midfielder Gomes in £38m deal

Aston Villa move for Brazil midfielder Joao Gomes after Amadou Onana suffered a serious knee injury at the World Cup.

July 20, 2026

Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup

Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world".

July 12, 2026

'Heartbroken' Catherine Zeta-Jones leads tributes to singer Bonnie Tyler

The Welsh singer was known for hits including Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding on for a Hero.

July 9, 2026

Idolises Ronaldo, plays like Saka - meet £40m Chelsea winger Quenda

Chelsea's new signing Geovany Quenda hopes to follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo by leaving Sporting's academy for the challenge and exposure of the Premier League.

July 9, 2026

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We're at one of Europe's biggest tech events.

June 23, 2026

Late singer Oliver Tree's body returned to US after helicopter crash

The 32-year-old California native died whilst on his world tour, ahead of a date in Brazil.

June 22, 2026

Late singer Oliver Tree's body returned to US after helicopter crash

The 32-year-old California native died whilst on his world tour, ahead of a date in Brazil.

June 22, 2026

The Scottish set-piece guru plotting Portugal's World Cup glory

Austin MacPhee helped steer Aston Villa to European glory and now is integral to Portugal's hopes of winning the World Cup.

June 17, 2026

US musician Oliver Tree dies in helicopter collision in Brazil

The singer-songwriter is among six people presumed dead in air crash over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday.

June 15, 2026

Silva agrees to replace Mourinho at Benfica

Marco Silva agrees to become Benfica's new head coach as the Portuguese club formalises Jose Mourinho's departure for Real Madrid.

June 9, 2026

French pair held until trial after boys abandoned by road in Portugal

The couple, who allegedly left two young boys on a roadside in the south of Portugal, will remain in custody, a court rules.

May 23, 2026

Soccer-FIFA extends Prestianni ban worldwide, threatening World Cup debut - Reuters

Soccer-FIFA extends Prestianni ban worldwide, threatening World Cup debut Reuters

May 6, 2026

No Kings protests across the US rally against Donald Trump

The demonstrations against the Trump administration are set to sweep cities across the US on Saturday.

March 28, 2026

Uganda's Kiplimo regains world half marathon record in Lisbon - Reuters

Uganda's Kiplimo regains world half marathon record in Lisbon Reuters

March 8, 2026

'It bothers me that Vinicius' celebration is being used against him'

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois says Vinicius Jr's celebration against Benfica in last week's Champions League tie does not "justify a suspected act of racism".

February 24, 2026

Mourinho made 'unacceptable, huge mistake' - Kompany

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany says Jose Mourinho made a "huge mistake" with his "unacceptable" post-match comments after the alleged racial abuse of Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr.

February 20, 2026