Portugal Advances, Setting Up Cristiano Ronaldo's Last Stand vs Rival Spain
Summary
Portugal won a close match against Croatia 2-1 in the Round of 32 at the World Cup, with a last-minute goal by Goncalo Ramos. Portugal will play against Spain in the Round of 16, marking a major game featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored his first World Cup knockout goal during this tournament.Key Facts
- Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 with a stoppage-time goal by Goncalo Ramos.
- Cristiano Ronaldo scored a penalty, his first knockout-round World Cup goal, tying him for ninth in all-time World Cup goals.
- Croatia’s late goal was disallowed by VAR due to offside.
- Portugal has never beaten Spain in a World Cup match; previous games ended in a Spanish win and a draw.
- Spain defeated Austria 3-0 to reach the Round of 16.
- Spain’s team includes 18-year-old Lamine Yamal, named Man of the Match against Austria.
- Portugal vs. Spain will be played on July 6 at AT&T Stadium in Texas.
- This match may be Cristiano Ronaldo’s last World Cup appearance.
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