World Cup shocks: Kane fluffs, Ronaldo fires as Portugal steamrolls
England’s stumble in Kumasi and Portugal’s firepower in Doha redefine early tournament narratives with individual brilliance and defensive heroics.
England’s World Cup campaign hit an early stumble in Kumasi on matchday two, with captain Harry Kane seeing a stoppage-time penalty saved by Congolese goalkeeper Antoine Semenyo. The 2-1 defeat leaves England staring down the barrel of an early exit unless they rediscover their finishing touch. Portugal, meanwhile, put on a dazzling display in Doha, dismantling their opponents with a 4-0 rout built on ’s brace and relentless attacking pressure.
