📸 In his final World Cup match! CR7 spurns huge chance v Spain | OneFootball

Before the blockbuster Round of 16 clash against Spain, Cristiano Ronaldo had announced his retirement from international football. The 2026 World Cup would be his last tournament. But how much further can Portugal still go?

CR7 himself had a chance to give his side the lead shortly before half-time, but narrowly missed out. Joao Felix had headed the ball toward the striker, who got his shot away while falling and with his back to goal. 

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Of course, he would have loved to see the ball hit the net, as his reaction shows. 

Shortly afterwards, Portugal had another chance through Nuno Mendes. After a corner, however, the ball hit the crossbar. Two good chances for Portugal after Spain had already created several opportunities earlier. 

It is now clear: it was CR7's final World Cup match. Portugal are out of this World Cup. Merino stunned Portugal with his goal in stoppage time. 

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