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Former England national team forward Wayne Rooney has made a statement that has captured the attention of the football community. In a conversation with Bruno Fernandes, he wished the Portugal national team success at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In his remarks, Rooney specifically highlighted Cristiano Ronaldo, expressing his desire to see him win the World Cup alongside his team. "I want to see you and Ronaldo win the World Cup together. Go out there and enjoy the football. I hope everything ends positively for you," he said.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted for the first time by three nations — the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This competition will be one of the largest tournaments in history, featuring 48 national teams for the first time.
The Portugal national team has been placed in Group K, where they will compete against Uzbekistan, Colombia, and DR Congo. The group stage matches are scheduled to kick off on June 11, as teams battle for places in the knockout rounds.
In short, Rooney's words are being viewed as an expression of confidence and respect for the Portuguese squad. All eyes are now turned toward the 2026 World Cup.
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