Cristiano Ronaldo’s blank outing against DR Congo reignited questions over his place in Portugal’s World Cup side. But the numbers paint a more complicated picture. While the 41-year-old failed to register a shot on target, FIFA tracking data shows he made 47 off-ball runs and was found only 10 times. His finishing deserves scrutiny, but Portugal’s lack of service and creativity may have been just as responsible for a frustrating opening night. Cristiano Ronaldo’s blank outing against DR Congo reignited questions over his place in Portugal’s World Cup side. But the numbers paint a more complicated picture. While the 41-year-old failed to register a shot on target, FIFA tracking data shows he made 47 off-ball runs and was found only 10 times. His finishing deserves scrutiny, but Portugal’s lack of service and creativity may have been just as responsible for a frustrating opening night.
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Why Ronaldo’s FIFA World Cup opener wasn’t as simple as zero goals
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