Portugal

Rafael Nadal hit the ground running at the Australian Open on Tuesday by hammering unseeded Bolivian Hugo Dellien 6-2 6-3 6-0 to reach the second round. read more

WMO said its research also confirmed data released by the European Union’s climate monitor last week showing that 2019 was the second hottest year on record, after 2016. read more

The Portugal striker does love his bling and is often spotted wearing fancy watches, rings, bracelets and even his signature diamond earring. read more

The Portugal international scored 21 times in 31 appearances, finishing fourth in the top-scoring charts, with veteran striker Fabio Quagliarella of Sampdoria collecting the golden boot award. read more

England were drawn against Croatia in a repeat of last year’s World Cup semi-final while other favourites were given a much easier ride in the 24-team tournament which will be played in 12 different countries across the region. read more

Serge Gnabry hit a hat-trick and Bayern Munich team-mate Leon Goretzka scored twice Tuesday in a 6-1 routing of Northern Ireland, which confirmed the Germans as winners of their qualifying group ahead of the Netherlands. read more

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 99th international goal on Sunday as reigning champions Portugal qualified for Euro 2020 with a hardfought 2-0 win in Luxembourg. read more

Portugal became the 17th nation to qualify for next year’s multi-host tournament, which kicks off in Rome on June 12, joining the likes of world champions France, Spain, Italy and England. read more

When Portugal take on Luxembourg on Sunday, Ronaldo need to score just two more goals to become only the 2nd player in history to reach 100 international goals. read more

Ronaldo was substituted in the 55th minute of Juventus’ win over AC Milan in Serie A on Sunday, the earliest he has been taken off by the Italian champions, and he was visibly furious with coach Maurizio Sarri as he stormed down the tunnel. read more

The Portugal international sustained the right ankle injury in the 1-1 draw at Goodison Park on Sunday after landing off balance at speed following a tackle from Tottenham Hotspur forward Son Heung-min. read more

After achieving the feat, Ronaldo thanked his team-mates and coaches and also said that he is oblivious of the number of records he holds. read more

The 34-year-old came to take the kick from the spot after the European Champions were awarded a penalty. Ronaldo made no mistake and slotted in towards the right to find the back of the net. read more

As a mark of honour, it seems Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon, where Ronaldo started his club football career, may name the stadium after him. read more

The veteran star hit his 94th goal for the Portuguese and took his overall career tally to 699 when he found the target in the second half. read more