Portugal blocking out the ‘noise’ after Cristiano Ronaldo criticism (opens original article in a new tab)

Portugal's football team is dismissing criticism following a draw in their World Cup opener, with defender Ruben Dias calling the backlash 'noise' and emphasizing focus on the tournament.

• Portugal's national football squad is ignoring criticism after a 1-1 draw against Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup
• Defender Ruben Dias called the backlash 'noise' and said the team is focusing on the tournament
• Ronaldo faced criticism for his goal drought but Dias defended him, citing his experience with media pressure