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Spain eliminates Portugal from World Cup with late goal, ending Ronaldo's career

Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in a World Cup match with a stoppage-time winner, resulting in Portugal's elimination from the tournament. This loss marked the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career. Spain advanced to the quarterfinals.

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Spain eliminates Portugal from World Cup with late goal, ending Ronaldo's career

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What Happened

Spain has eliminated Portugal from the World Cup following a 1-0 victory, secured by a late goal in stoppage time. The defeat signifies the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey.

The match saw Spain advance to the quarterfinals of the tournament. The decisive goal was scored by Mikel Merino, which ended Portugal's participation.

Spain's goalkeeper, Simón, extended his scoreless streak, contributing to the team setting a World Cup record with their sixth consecutive clean sheet.

Key Facts

  1. 1

    Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in a World Cup match.

  2. 2

    Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in stoppage time.

  3. 3

    Portugal was eliminated from the World Cup.

  4. 4

    The match marked the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career.

  5. 5

    Spain advanced to the quarterfinals.

  6. 6

    Spain's goalkeeper Simón achieved a World Cup record with his sixth consecutive clean sheet.

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The same facts, told 5 ways. Read them side by side and draw your own conclusions.

yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Highlights the elimination of Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo's departure from the World Cup, while also previewing upcoming matches.
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yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Focuses on Cristiano Ronaldo's emotional reaction to Portugal's World Cup exit.
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yahoo-sportsYahoo Sports
Reports on Roberto Martínez's comments regarding his future with the Portuguese team after their World Cup elimination.
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san-antonio-express-newsSan Antonio Express-News
Emphasizes Mikel Merino's late goal that secured Spain's quarterfinal spot and ended Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup tenure.
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san-antonio-express-newsSan Antonio Express-News
Notes Spain's defensive achievement, including a World Cup record for clean sheets and an extended scoreless streak by their goalkeeper.
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Full Coverage

18 articles · chronological
NBC NewsNBC News
Cristiano Ronaldo llora tras ser eliminado en su último Mundial
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Portugal vs Spain player ratings: How did Cristiano Ronaldo perform on his World Cup swansong?
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
World Cup: Ex-Dortmund midfielder sends Spain through with late winner against Portugal
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Has Ronaldo won a World Cup? Portugal star's career by the numbers
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
📸 Cristiano Ronaldo in tears following final World Cup match 😪
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Substitute Merino scores late winner as Spain knock out Portugal
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Lamine Yamal Gets 7.5/10 | Spain Players Rated After They Steal It Late Against Portugal In The FIFA World Cup 2026
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
CR7's disastrous World Cup record 😞
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Cristiano Ronaldo sets unwanted record, targeted on social media 📱
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Managing Madrid Podcast: REACTION: A Terrible Portugal Are Eliminated From The World Cup. PLUS: Jude Bellingham Greatness
PBS NewsHourPBS NewsHour
Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career ends after Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals
San Antonio Express-NewsSan Antonio Express-News
Spain sets World Cup record with 6th clean sheet in a row and keeper Simón extends scoreless mark - San Antonio Express-News
San Antonio Express-NewsSan Antonio Express-News
Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career - San Antonio Express-News
Fox NewsFox News
Cristiano Ronaldo exits World Cup as Spain defeats Portugal, awaits winner of USA-Belgium
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Cristiano Ronaldo in tears after Portugal crash out of World Cup to Spain’s stoppage-time winner
Omaha World-HeraldOmaha World-Herald
SOCCER-WORLDCUP-POR-ESP/
New York PostNew York Post
Cristiano Ronaldo can’t hide his emotions as World Cup career ends in heartbreak with Portugal’s loss
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Roberto Martínez addresses Portugal future following World Cup exit

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Full Coverage

18 articles · chronological

NBC NewsNBC News
Cristiano Ronaldo llora tras ser eliminado en su último Mundial
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Portugal vs Spain player ratings: How did Cristiano Ronaldo perform on his World Cup swansong?
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
World Cup: Ex-Dortmund midfielder sends Spain through with late winner against Portugal
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Has Ronaldo won a World Cup? Portugal star's career by the numbers
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
📸 Cristiano Ronaldo in tears following final World Cup match 😪
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Substitute Merino scores late winner as Spain knock out Portugal
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Lamine Yamal Gets 7.5/10 | Spain Players Rated After They Steal It Late Against Portugal In The FIFA World Cup 2026
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
CR7's disastrous World Cup record 😞
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Cristiano Ronaldo sets unwanted record, targeted on social media 📱
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Managing Madrid Podcast: REACTION: A Terrible Portugal Are Eliminated From The World Cup. PLUS: Jude Bellingham Greatness
PBS NewsHourPBS NewsHour
Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career ends after Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals
San Antonio Express-NewsSan Antonio Express-News
Spain sets World Cup record with 6th clean sheet in a row and keeper Simón extends scoreless mark - San Antonio Express-News
San Antonio Express-NewsSan Antonio Express-News
Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career - San Antonio Express-News
Fox NewsFox News
Cristiano Ronaldo exits World Cup as Spain defeats Portugal, awaits winner of USA-Belgium
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Cristiano Ronaldo in tears after Portugal crash out of World Cup to Spain’s stoppage-time winner
Omaha World-HeraldOmaha World-Herald
SOCCER-WORLDCUP-POR-ESP/
New York PostNew York Post
Cristiano Ronaldo can’t hide his emotions as World Cup career ends in heartbreak with Portugal’s loss
Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports
Roberto Martínez addresses Portugal future following World Cup exit

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