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'There are three pillars' – Cristiano Ronaldo told why he's still an undisputed starter for Portugal at the age of 40 by manager Roberto Martinez

Roberto Martinez has outlined why Cristiano Ronaldo is still an undisputed starter for the Portugal national team. Ronaldo turns 41 in Febru...

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • goal

'There are three pillars' – Cristiano Ronaldo told why he's still an undisputed starter for Portugal at the age of 40 by manager Roberto Martinez

Portugal 1-0 Republic of Ireland: Ruben Neves' late winner breaks Irish hearts after Caoimhín Kelleher saved Cristiano Ronaldo penalty Report as Republic of Irelands World Cup qualifying hopes severely dented after Portugal score late winner to claim 1-0 victory in Lisbon; P...

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • SKY.COM

Portugal player ratings vs Ireland: Cristiano Ronaldo is lucky: Ruben Neves grabs last-gasp winner sporting Diogo Jota's No.21 shirt after talisman's missed penalty

Ruben Neves rose highest to nod in a late winner for Portugal to beat a resilient Irish defence 1-0 in Lisbon. The Portuguese midfielder was...

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • goal

Portugal player ratings vs Ireland: Cristiano Ronaldo is lucky: Ruben Neves grabs last-gasp winner sporting Diogo Jota's No.21 shirt after talisman's missed penalty

"I didn't believe it until I saw it" - Cristiano Ronaldo's sister reacts to publication questioning Ruben Neves' relationship with Diogo Jota's wife Cristiano Ronaldo's sister, Katia Aveiro, has hit out at a media outlet for posting a story about Al-Hilal star Ruben Neves and Diogo Jota's...

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Neves to wear Jota's No. 21 jersey for Portugal and reveals tattoo of late friend

Portugal midfielder Ruben Neves will wear the No. 21 jersey of his late friend, Diogo Jota, during games for the national team and has revealed a tattoo on his left calf in honor o...

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Cristiano Ronaldo, Liverpool Pay Tribute to Diogo Jota and His Brother

Reactions poured in from across the soccer world following the tragic deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, on Thursday.

JULY 3, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Cristiano Ronaldo, Liverpool Pay Tribute to Diogo Jota and His Brother

Not even Saudi Arabia or FIFA could get Cristiano Ronaldo to the Club World Cup

In the end, not even Saudi Arabia or Gianni Infantino could engineer a way to get Cristiano Ronaldo to the Club World Cup

JUNE 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Rúben Neves drills a penalty kick, fueling Portugal's win over Spain

JUNE 8, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Will Ruben Neves join Newcastle? Al-Hilal midfielder confirms decision on his future amid rumours of Premier League return | Goal.com US Ruben Neves has confirmed he will be staying at Al-Hilal, despite links to Newcastle, and stresses he is happy in Saudi Arabia.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • GOAL.COM

Wolves mailbag: Send your questions to Steve Madeley now Ruben Neves has left, Conor Coady appears to be on his way but Julen Lopetegui is staying - it's a good time for a Wolves mailbag

JUNE 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Wolves' Rúben Neves joins Saudi Arabia exodus after $59.7M Al-Hilal move

Wolverhampton captain Rúben Neves has become the latest high-profile player to move to Saudi Arabia after joining Al-Hilal.

JUNE 24, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Wolves' Rúben Neves joins Saudi Arabia exodus after $59.7M Al-Hilal move

Wolves captain Neves joins Saudi Arabia exodus on move to Al-Hilal for $59.7 million

Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Ruben Neves has become the latest high-profile player to move to Saudi Arabia after joining Al-Hilal for a transfer fee of $59.7 million

JUNE 24, 2023 • Associated Press

Mendes' DNA is all over Neves move to Al Hilal - there will be a longer-term plan too Mendes is making moves in an expanding, extremely wealthy league - this is what's in it for Ruben Neves

JUNE 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Neves leaves Wolves for Al Hilal in €55m transfer Wolverhampton Wanderers have confirmed that midfielder Ruben Neves has completed a €55million (£47m) move to Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal....

JUNE 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Becomes team top scorer Neves scored six times and assisted once in 35 appearances (33 starts) this past season.

Impact Neves was arguably one of the most consistent players in the league. He ended up as the Wolves top scorer alongside Daniel Podence with six goals. He took over 60 shots and created over 30 chances. He also recorded 80 tackles (averaging 2.3 per game), 80 clearances (averaging 2.3 per game) and 49 interceptions (averaging 1.4 per game). He converted all of his penalties (3) and was also booked 12 times. He has attracted major transfer interest from clubs like Liverpool and Barcelona and looks unlikely to continue at Wolves next season.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd pull out of Harry Kane chase as Arsenal are offered Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves - Paper Talk Plus: Liverpool have seen a reported £51m bid for Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde rejected; Tottenham could take advantage of Chels...

JUNE 14, 2023 • SKY.COM

Jorge Mendes getting desperate in his attempts to offload Ruben Neves - Paper Talk Plus: Manchester United first transfer of the summer has been confirmed with Min-Jae Kim set to sign; Romelu Lukaku has been offered a deal...

JUNE 13, 2023 • SKY.COM

Sends in five crosses as sub Neves registered five crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 5-0 loss against Arsenal.

Impact Neves subbed on during halftime and led his side in crosses, but it wasn't enough to avoid the tough loss on the road. He matched his season-high with five crosses, despite playing only one half. The midfielder finished the campaign with six goals and one assist in 36 appearances (33 starts).

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances vs. Man United Neves won one of three tackles and created two chances in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Manchester United. He also made a clearance and three interceptions in the match.

Impact Neves has created multiple chances in three of his last four appearances, but his side never really got much going on Saturday.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Villa Neves made two clearances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Aston Villa. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Neves set up a Toti Gomes header with a corner kick for what was the only score of Saturday's game. Neves has a goal and an assist in his last three appearances, and he's averaging 2.8 shots per 90 minutes across his last eight matches from midfield.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Neves recorded two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 6-0 loss versus Brighton.

Impact Neves created a pair of chances but failed to make a single tackle during Saturday's one-sided loss. It was a brutal match all around and Neves failed to escape the struggles that plagued the entire Wolves side. Neves remains one of the few bright spots on a struggling team, with six goals from defensive midfield and 27 chances created in 31 appearances.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late penalty in win Neves scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), five crosses (two accurate), two chances created, four corners and kept a clean sheet in Tuesday's 2-0 win versus Crystal...

Impact Neves scored a penalty four minutes into second half stoppage time Tuesday, his first goal since Feb. 4 versus Liverpool. He took two shots (both on target), created two chances, whipped in five crosses (two accurate) and took four corners on the attack. He played well defensively too in the clean sheet, as he recorded two won tackles, four interceptions, two clearances and a blocked shot in his 90 minutes of action. The only downside to his performance was a yellow card in the 94th minute for removing his shirt after scoring, his eleventh booking of the season.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots in return Neves recorded five shots (one on target) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Leicester City.

Impact Neves came off the bench to play the whole second half after serving a two-match ban for yellow card accumulation). He was busy in front of the net but ran out of time to help find another goal for the Wolves. Prior to this, the midfielder has started in the last 15 games, totaling a goal, 37 clearances, 26 tackles and 23 interceptions.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for return Neves served a two-match ban after picking up a 10th yellow card and is now set to return.

Impact Neves has been an absolute iron man in the starting XI, but issues with discipline saw him sidelined for a pair of matches. The midfielder is eligible once more and should have no issues returning directly to the starting XI. Neves has started and seen major minutes in every match he has been fit for.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown 10 yellow card Neves generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Neves was shown his 10th yellow card of the season and will now serve a two-match ban. He has already served a one-match ban in October for being shown five yellow cards in the first eight games. It will be the first time this season that the midfielder will miss two contests in a row. Joao Moutinho will likely start in the midfield in his absence.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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