Late Spain goal eliminates Portugal, ends Ronaldo’s international career?
Summary
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 with a late goal by Mikel Merino, likely ending Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career. Spain moved on to the quarterfinals and set a new record for consecutive World Cup matches without allowing a goal.Key Facts
- Mikel Merino scored the only goal in stoppage time of the second half against Portugal.
- Merino took a quick free kick and scored after a pass from Ferran Torres.
- Spain reached the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since winning in 2010.
- Portugal and Ronaldo were eliminated, ending Ronaldo’s World Cup career.
- Ronaldo scored three goals in this tournament but had few chances against Spain.
- Spain set a new World Cup record with six consecutive clean sheets (games without conceding a goal).
- Spain’s goalkeeper Unai Simon extended his record shutout streak to 609 minutes.
- Simon made important saves against Ronaldo’s shots during the game.
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