The Hidden Incentive That Kept Ronaldo on the Pitch – And Cost Portugal the World Cup
Ronaldo’s 2026 World Cup stats were below average, but the real story isn’t age or form. Portugal’s coach, Roberto Martinez, had a secret incentive: his next contract with Al Nassr, where Ronaldo is a shareholder. This conflict of interest turned a national team into a personal boardroom – and doomed their campaign.