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‘I leave with a clear conscience. I’ve done everything I could. Portugal had never won a cup before me’ Cristiano Ronaldo teases retirement after World Cup exit

Portugal icon Cristiano Ronaldo has teased his retirement from international football following his country's elimination at the 2026 World Cup

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Cristiano Ronaldo issues verdict on Portugal World Cup exit as Roberto Martinez resigns: 'My conscience is clear'

Head coach calls time on spell with Selecao after underwhelming campaign but insists he did not fail

Evening Standard

‘I go with a clear conscience’: Cristiano Ronaldo confirms he has played his last World Cup game

Cristiano Ronaldo said Portugal’s 1-0 defeat by Spain was his last World Cup game, but that even at 41 he had not yet made a decision about his future

The Guardian - UK

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“My prayers weren’t answered”: IShowSpeed abruptly bursts into tears after Spain eliminate Portugal from FIFA World Cup

IShowSpeed was left heartbroken after Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Mikel Merino scored in stoppage time to send Spain through and end Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup campaign. Speed became emotional during his reaction, saying he believed Portugal would win the tournament…

The Times of India

Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest World Cup failure leaves one predictable regret

The legendary Ronaldo’s World Cup dream is surely over, writes Richard Jolly, with the manager wasting another tournament by placing the 41-year-old’s interests ahead of the team

The Independent UK

How Two Substitutes Sent Spain Through and Ended Ronaldo's World Cup Story

Spain beats Portugal 1-0 in second-half stoppage time as Ronaldo's World Cup career ends; La Roja advance to face the USA or Belgium.

Latin Times

Merino's late strike takes Spain past Portugal into World Cup quarter-finals

Mikel Merino scored in second half stoppage time at the Dallas Stadium on Monday to send Spain past Portugal into the last eight at the 2026 World Cup and end the World Cup career of Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Portugal 0–1 Spain: Four Takeaways From Match That Could End Ronaldo’s International Career

A late goal from Spain substitute Mikel Merino decided the World Cup round of 16 match.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal 0-1 Spain: Cristiano Ronaldo leaves pitch in tears as World Cup dream snuffed out for good

Mikel Merino scored late winner as La Roja edged past Selecao in last-16

Evening Standard

Last-gasp Merino strike gives Spain 1-0 win over Portugal in World Cup last 16

ARLINGTON, Texas: Spain ⁠substitute Mikel ⁠Merino broke through a stubborn Portugal defence in the 91st minute to earn his side a 1-0 win on Monday and take theme into the quarter-finals, bringing the curtain ‌down on Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career.

Bangkok Post

Portugal vs. Spain Player Ratings: Merino Dashes Ronaldo’s World Cup Dream

Mikel Merino’s stoppage-time strike saw La Roja past their Iberian neighbors in Dallas.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal vs Spain player ratings: How did Cristiano Ronaldo perform on his World Cup swansong?

Portugal 0-1 Spain: Ronaldo was visibly emotional after Mikel Merino’s late winner knocked the Selecao out of the World Cup

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo in tears after Portugal crash out of World Cup to Spain’s stoppage-time winner

The Portugal captain, at 41, has played his last World Cup match as Portugal exited the competition on Monday

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down in tears as Portugal crash out of World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo was left in tears after Portugal were knocked out of the World Cup by Spain on Monday evening. Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino scored the only goal of the game in the 91st minute as Portugal suffered World Cup heartbreak. This is almost certain to be Ronaldo’s final World…

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The Guardian - UK

Merino strikes at the death for Spain to send Portugal and Ronaldo limping out

Mikel Merino’s goal in the first minute of second-half injury time earned Spain a well-deserved 1-0 win against Portugal and a place in the quarter-finals

The Independent UK

Arsenal star ends Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup dream as Spain beat Portugal

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International Business Times UK

Portugal vs Spain Match Could Expose Whether Ronaldo Still Fits Portugal's 2026 World Cup Team's Best XI

Cristiano Ronaldo's role in Portugal's World Cup squad is questioned as they face Spain. At 41, his experience is weighed against the younger generation's dynamism in a crucial knockout match.

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Who is Anthony Taylor? The referee for Portugal v Spain

Portugal and Spain go head-to-head in the World Cup's last 16

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The Guardian - UK

Portugal 0-1 Spain: World Cup 2026 last 16 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Mikel Merino’s added time goal settled a poor match and sent Portugal home with a whimper. Scott Murray was watching

Sports Illustrated

Portugal vs. Spain—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats

The 93rd match of the 2026 World Cup sees two of Europe’s heavyweights go at it.

France 24

Portugal vs Spain: Merino scores in injury time to send La Roja to quarter-finals

Substitute Mikel Merino scored in added time as Spain edged Portugal 1-0 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on Monday, extending La Roja's run without conceding a goal and putting an end to Cristiano Ronaldo's career on football's biggest stage. Read our blog to see how the match unfolded.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: From Neymar's farewell to Ronaldo's final WC, football witnesses end of an era

Neymar has retired from international football after Brazil's World Cup defeat to Norway. Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his final tournament. He expressed a desire to enjoy every moment of the upcoming competition. Portugal faces Spain in a significant Round of 16 match.…

TechRadar

How to watch Portugal vs Spain REPLAY: Free Streams, TV Channel, World Cup highlights

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lamine Yamal both start, while Joao Felix replaces Rafael Leao on the left wing for Portugal against Spain. Here's how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 last-16 clash for free online and from anywhere.

Sports Illustrated

‘Maybe’—Erling Haaland’s Father Teases Future Real Madrid Transfer

The Manchester City striker is spearheading a historic World Cup campaign for Norway.

The Independent UK

Spain v Portugal LIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo left in tears as Mikel Merino strike confirms crushing World Cup last 16 loss

Cristiano Ronaldo’s dream of finally winning the World Cup is over in Dallas as Arsenal’s Mikel Merino struck in stoppage time to punish Portugal and set up a quarter-final with USA or Belgium

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