Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo saw his FIFA World Cup dream come to an end after Portugal suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Spain in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The defeat also marks the end of Ronaldo's illustrious international career after the five-time Ballon d'Or winner had earlier confirmed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would be his final major tournament with the Portuguese national team.
Ronaldo bows out as Portugal's most-capped player and all-time leading goalscorer, having enjoyed one of the greatest international careers in football history.
During his time with the national team, he captained Portugal to their first-ever major trophy at the UEFA Euro 2016 and later lifted the UEFA Nations League title in 2019.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, Ronaldo leaves behind a remarkable legacy that inspired a generation of Portuguese footballers and millions of fans around the world.
Portugal's World Cup exit has also sparked emotional reactions from football fans, many paying tribute to Ronaldo for his achievements and immense contribution to the national team.
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