The Spanish national team defeated Portugal in the Round of 16 match of the 2026 World Cup, thereby eliminating Cristiano Ronaldo's team from the quarterfinals of the tournament.
Match Progression and Result
The confrontation between Spain and Portugal, known as the Iberian derby, was tense and went into extra time. However, the 'Furia Roja' team managed to secure the victory in added time. The only goal scored occurred in the 90+1st minute and was scored by Mikel Merino. Thanks to this victory, Spain advanced to the quarter-finals of the tournament, where they are set to play against the winner of the match between the USA and Belgium.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Statistics
Cristiano Ronaldo attracted special attention in the match. The 41-year-old captain of the Portuguese national team stated before the game that this World Cup would be the last in his professional career. In the current tournament, he has scored three goals, including two goals scored against Uzbekistan. Furthermore, he became the first player to have appeared in six World Cups.
