Portugal booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after coming from behind to defeat Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic Round of 32 clash in Toronto….
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Portugal booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after coming from behind to defeat Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic Round of 32 clash in Toronto.
Croatia took the lead early in the second half through Ivan Perišić, but Portugal responded when Cristiano Ronaldo converted a VAR-awarded penalty to score his first-ever goal in a World Cup knockout match.
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With extra time looming, substitute Gonçalo Ramos headed home a stoppage-time winner to seal victory for Roberto Martínez’s side.
Croatia thought they had snatched a late equaliser, but the goal was ruled out for offside following a VAR review.
Portugal will now face Spain in the Round of 16 as they continue their quest for a first FIFA World Cup title.
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