How Dominik Szoboszlai went from Cristiano Ronaldo’s mascot to his World Cup rival

Dominik Szoboszlai, once a mascot beside Cristiano Ronaldo, now captains Hungary against his idol in a 2026 World Cup qualifier. The match at Puskas Arena marks a full-circle moment for Szoboszlai, fulfilling a childhood dream. Despite Hungary seeking a win after a draw, Portugal aims to maintain momentum, with Ronaldo still performing at a high level at 40.