Headlines
2026 World Cup: ‘No plan to stop Ronaldo, he’s not the same’ – DR Congo’s Mukau
DR Congo midfielder, Ngal Ayel Mukau, has admitted there was no tactical plan to contain Cristiano Ronaldo in their 2026 World Cup opener.
The Leopards held Portugal to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday, after Yohan Wissa’s header cancelled out Joao Neves’ goal.
Speaking to TNT Sports after the game, Mukau accepted Ronaldo is still one of the greatest players, but is not the same as before.
He said: “A special plan to contain Cristiano Ronaldo? To be honest, not really.
“We know that he isn’t the same as before. He’s a bit older now. But still, he’s one of the greatest… much respect to him.”
Mukau’s comments come amid calls from fans and pundits for Ronaldo to be given limited playing time in the national team.

Politics7 days agoOver 200 Boko Haram Terrorists Are Moving To Attack Military Camp In Buni Yadi As Rockets Target Troops; IED Threat Raises Travel Concerns
Metro7 days ago“Publishing His Name Is Subject To The Final Outcome Of A Court Order” — INEC Leaves Gwarzo Off Updated Kano Governorship List
Metro7 days ago“The Election Must Hold As Scheduled” — INEC Chairman Rules Out Postponement Of 2027 General Elections
Metro7 days ago“Ebola Outbreak Is Not Yet Under Control” — Africa CDC Warns As Confirmed Cases Exceed 10,200, Death Toll Surpasses 5,000
Metro7 days ago“Death Benefits Will Be Fully Paid To Next Of Kin” — NAF Pledges Continued Salaries For Personnel Killed In October 5 Aircraft Crash
Metro7 days ago“Sowore’s Whereabouts Remain Unknown” — Armed Men Allegedly Abduct AAC Presidential Candidate In Ado-Ekiti, Damage Vehicles And Restaurant
Metro6 days ago“They Beat Me Like A Criminal” — Sowore Recounts Ekiti Attack As Govt Denies Involvement, Calls For Police Investigation
Metro7 days ago“21 Exotic Vehicles Affected, No Life Lost” — LASEMA Confirms Lagos Mechanic Workshop Fire, Averts Disaster At Nearby Filling Station


























