Important or selfish? World Cup evidence mounts against Ronaldo (opens in new tab)

Portugal coach Roberto Martinez has a major decision to make over the 41-year-old following the 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday. Ronaldo, who once vied with Messi for the unofficial title of best player on the planet, huffed and puffed his way through a match in which he was a peripheral figure up front. His 25 touches were his fewest in a game at a major tournament for Portugal when playing the full match. The contrast with Messi was stark, the 38-year-old having ...