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Ronaldo, Portugal Advance After VAR Drama
Cristiano Ronaldo scored from the spot and Goncalo Ramos added a late header as Portugal advanced after a VAR-reviewed equalizer was disallowed.
- On Thursday, substitute Goncalo Ramos headed a late winner to edge Portugal past Croatia 2-1, securing their place in the World Cup Round of 16.
- Croatian veteran Ivan Perisic stunned Portugal with a 53rd-minute goal, but Cristiano Ronaldo responded by converting a penalty in the 67th minute to level the match.
- In the closing seconds, Croatia thought they had equalized, but officials ruled the 'header' out for offside following a VAR review, preserving Portugal's narrow lead.
- Portugal now prepares to face Spain in Dallas on Monday, with Cristiano Ronaldo expressing confidence that his team can compete against the favorites.
- The sellout crowd of 43,000 witnessed an emotional finish where players paid tribute to late teammate Diogo Jota, marking a likely World Cup farewell for Croatian legend Luka Modric.
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right2Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution45% Left
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L 45%
C 33%
R 22%
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