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The Portugal News9 Aug

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Success Formula: The Portuguese Values That Can Inspire Anyone

When people think of Cristiano Ronaldo, they usually think of goals, trophies, world records and one of the most recognisable celebrations in sport. But while his football achievements are extraordinary, the principles behind his success are surprisingly ordinary—at least in Portugal.

Portugal Resident7 Aug

Luís Neves’ situation “has reached the limit of what is acceptable”, says PS Socialists

On a day when yet more allegations bob to the surface, PS Socialists have said the situation regarding Minister for Internal Administration Luís Neves “has reached the limit of what The post Luís Neves’ situation “has reached the limit of what is acceptable”, says PS Socialists appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News4 Aug

Volta a Portugal cycling race to disrupt traffic in Lisbon and Sintra on 5 and 6 August

The 87th edition of the Volta a Portugal cycling race will cause road closures and traffic disruptions across various streets in the municipalities of Lisbon and Sintra.

Portugal Resident4 Aug

Portugal’s University rugby team wins the European “Sevens” Championship

The Académica de Coimbra, representing the University of Coimbra, has written a golden chapter in the history of Portuguese university sport at the European Universities Games, held in Salerno Italy The post Portugal’s University rugby team wins the European “Sevens” Championship appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident3 Aug

Beautiful goodbyes to surfing star Arran Strong

Hundreds of surfers entered the ocean at Arrifana and Ribeira d’Ilhas over the weekend to say goodbye to Arran Strong, the 27-year-old British professional surfer who disappeared off Portugal’s southwest The post Beautiful goodbyes to surfing star Arran Strong appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News2 Aug

Portugal Invitational brings world-class golf to Vilamoura

Some of the biggest names in golf have arrived in the Algarve this week as Vilamoura hosts the first edition of the Portugal Invitational, marking the country's debut on the PGA TOUR Champions calendar.

The Portugal News1 Aug

How Portugal Helped Create Cristiano Ronaldo: The Making of a Football Legend

Few athletes have become as synonymous with their country as Cristiano Ronaldo. 

Portugal Resident31 Jul

Ernie Els welcomes golf’s greats to his Algarve masterpiece

Under the Algarve sun, Ernie Els is in his element. The four-time major champion isn’t just teeing off at the Portugal Invitational – he’s the host, the architect, and the The post Ernie Els welcomes golf’s greats to his Algarve masterpiece appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News31 Jul

Portugal authorises the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Super Cup

The government has authorised the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup match between FC Porto and Torreense as part of a pilot project, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) announced.

Portugal Resident30 Jul

Luís Figo hails Portugal Invitational as milestone for Portuguese golf

Portuguese football legend Luís Figo has described the arrival of Portugal Invitational as “a privilege” for the country after taking part in the opening round of the tournament’s Pro-Am at The post Luís Figo hails Portugal Invitational as milestone for Portuguese golf appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News30 Jul

How Video Game Stickers Became a Revenue Stream for Esports Teams

Football fans buy scarves and shirts to display loyalty to a club. Esports fans make the same kind of statement with digital items. A team logo or a favorite player's autograph goes onto a virtual weapon, and since the best cheap stickers CS2 has to offer sell for a few cents, the gesture costs almost nothing. Each pur

Portugal Resident30 Jul

Portugal’s surf community to honour missing surfer Arran Strong

Members of Portugal’s surf community will gather in Ericeira this Saturday to honour British surfer Arran Strong, the 27-year-old who disappeared off the coast of Aljezur earlier this week. The The post Portugal’s surf community to honour missing surfer Arran Strong appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News28 Jul

British surfer living in Portugal remains missing in Aljezur

The young man who has been missing since 27 July off the coast of Aljezur, in the Algarve, is British surfer Arran Strong, revealed José Maria Pyrrait, who was with him at the time of his disappearance.

Portugal Resident28 Jul

British surfer Arran Strong identified as missing paddleboarder

The stand-up paddleboarder who disappeared off the Algarve coast on Monday has been identified as British surfer Arran Strong, a rising star of Portuguese competitive surfing whose disappearance has sent The post British surfer Arran Strong identified as missing paddleboarder appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident28 Jul

Portugal sets new record with over 860,000 registered athletes

Portugal reached a new milestone in organised sport in 2025, with the number of registered athletes climbing to a record 860,886, according to the latest figures published by the Portuguese The post Portugal sets new record with over 860,000 registered athletes appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News27 Jul

Portugal's Big Three: Who Looks Most Ready for the New Season?

As the new Portuguese football season approaches, Benfica, Sporting CP and FC Porto have all used pre-season to integrate new signings, fine-tune tactical ideas and build momentum. 

The Portugal News27 Jul

Format change to be applied in football in the Azores

The Azores Football Championship will change its format starting in the 2027/28 season, featuring a regional phase contested by the top finishers from the island championships, the Regional Directorate of Sports confirmed.

The Portugal News24 Jul

Portugal to host new Ironman 70.3 race as Algarve opens the 2027 European season

The Algarve is set to reinforce its reputation as one of Europe’s leading endurance sports destinations with the launch of a new Ironman 70.3 race in Vilamoura.

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Report claims Cristiano Ronaldo could play last game for Portugal in September

Cristiano Ronaldo could be set to bring the curtain down on his record-breaking international career after Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Wales in September. The speculation stems from comments The post Report claims Cristiano Ronaldo could play last game for Portugal in September appeared first on Portug

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Padel legend Fernando Belasteguín returns to Vilamoura

Fernando Belasteguín, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in padel history, will return to Portugal next month as the headline attraction at the 2026 Padel Grand Champions in The post Padel legend Fernando Belasteguín returns to Vilamoura appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident23 Jul

Portugal’s historic sailing race returns after 23 years

The Volta a Portugal à Vela, one of Portugal’s historic sailing competitions, is returning this summer after a 23-year absence. First held in 1986 and last staged in 2003, the The post Portugal’s historic sailing race returns after 23 years appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News22 Jul

Repairs to the IP3 highway in Penacova are expected to keep the road closed for several days

Infraestruturas de Portugal stated that repairs to the IP3 road surface are expected to continue “for several days,” following the resin spill that forced the road closure in Penacova on 20 July.

Portugal Resident22 Jul

Golf legends descend on Vilamoura for Portugal Invitational

Some of the biggest names in golf history will be teeing it up in the Algarve next week as Vilamoura hosts the first-ever Portugal Invitational, bringing the PGA Tour Champions The post Golf legends descend on Vilamoura for Portugal Invitational appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident22 Jul

Portugal’s Neemias Queta named NBA’s most underrated player

Portugal’s trailblazing basketball star Neemias Queta has been ranked the NBA’s most underrated player by US sports outlet Bleacher Report following a breakthrough season with the Boston Celtics. The 26-year-old The post Portugal’s Neemias Queta named NBA’s most underrated player appeared first on Portugal Resident .