Cristiano Ronaldo has eased fears about his fitness ahead of the 2026 World Cup after sharing positive information about his injury on social media. The Portugal captain posted a picture of himself training and working on his recovery, signaling that his return may not be far away.
Ronaldo was left out of Portugal’s squad for the upcoming friendlies against Mexico and the United States in March after picking up a hamstring injury while playing for Al Nassr in late February. Head coach Roberto Martinez explained during the team announcement that the decision to rest Ronaldo was a precautionary one, aimed at avoiding any long-term setback:
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An update from Ronaldo showing he is actively working on his recovery has given fans reassurance amid growing concerns over his availability.
Portugal will face Mexico on March 28 at the Azteca Stadium before taking on the United States on March 31 in Atlanta. The coaching staff have decided to manage workload carefully, with Bernardo Silva also among the notable absences as the focus remains on long-term fitness rather than short-term fixtures.
Ronaldo is expected to recover over the next few weeks, which should allow him to return in time for the World Cup, which is due to start in June. Portugal will begin their campaign on June 17 in Houston, where they will aim for a strong run of the tournament.
WILL RONALDO BE FIT FOR THE 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP?
Despite initial concerns, all indications are that Ronaldo will be fit in time for the World Cup. The injury has been described as manageable and the decision to rest him for the friendlies is part of a wider strategy to ensure he is fully fit for the tournament.
At 41, Ronaldo continues to make history as he awaits a record sixth World Cup appearance. Having achieved almost everything in the game, the elusive World Cup title remains the only major trophy missing from his collection.
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Debodinna Chakraborty
Published on:
23 March 2026 20:02 IST
