Luis Figo reflects on 'Battle of Nuremberg' and shares World Cup 2026 expectations
By
Jeroen Kapteijns
Sat on the counter overnight. Well past its best.
Summary
Luis Figo reflects with embarrassment on the infamous "Battle of Nuremberg" (the violent 2006 World Cup match between Portugal and the Netherlands), calling it bad for football. He also shares his expectations for France, Portugal, and Cristiano Ronaldo at the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The article also includes a brief overview of the 2026 World Cup schedule, noting the Netherlands' upcoming matches.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledNiet goed voor het voetbal
De Slag van Nürnberg
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